The role of modern approaches in fostering creativity and interactivity in chemistry education

Анотація

Developing learners’ creativity and ensuring meaningful interactivity are central goals of contemporary chemistry education. Traditional teacher-centered instruction often limits students’ opportunities for exploration and communication of scientific ideas. This thesis examines how modern pedagogical approaches – such as inquiry-based, problem- and project-based learning, STEM/STEAM integration, flipped and blended learning, and game-based strategies – enhance creativity and interactive engagement in chemistry classrooms. Special emphasis is placed on the didactic potential of digital tools, including simulations, virtual laboratories, augmented reality, and AI-supported environments, which support the visualization of abstract concepts and safe experimentation. These approaches foster student autonomy, collaboration, and reflective reasoning by shifting the focus from memorization to inquiry and evidence-based thinking. The study highlights the teacher’s role as a learning designer who facilitates dialogue and formative feedback. Overall, modern approaches improve conceptual understanding, motivation, and transferable skills such as communication, critical thinking, and problem solving [1].