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Embracing active learning can transform chemistry education, preparing students for success in academia and beyond. This perspective study highlights the importance of active learning in chemistry education. It discusses the limitations of direct teaching methods and emphasizes the benefits of active learning, including real-world application, collaborative skills, and problem-solving abilities.


This study acknowledges challenges in implementation, such as resistance to change and resource limitations, and suggests strategies to overcome them.

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active learning methods collaboration critical thinking skills chemistry education student engagement

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Priy Brat Dwivedi, National University of Science & Technology

Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering 

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Dwivedi, P. B. (2024). Active Learning as a Catalyst for Enhancing Engagement and Critical Thinking in Higher Education Chemistry Classes: A Perspective. Green Chemistry & Technology Letters, 10(1), 10–12. https://doi.org/10.18510.gctl.2024.1012
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