ICT IN CHEMISTRY

 APPLCIATION OF ICT IN FIELD OF CHEMISTRY

INTRODUCTION

    Learning management systems and interactive communication platforms that can be applied to any field, and modes that are more specific to chemistry, and that offer unique contributions to the field of chemistry education. 

These include visualization of molecular structures, sophisticated computations that help explore chemical phenomena and the means to store, retrieve, and manipulate data for both simple as well as large-scale analysis. It is important that chemistry instructors at all levels will become familiar with chemical databases, learn how to work with them, and develop strategies to transfer this knowledge to their students



ICT in Chemistry In chemistry education, ICT can provide solutions to many of the problems afflicting chemistry education and thus help enhance the quality of chemistry education in chemistry. Traditional classroom teaching, as we all know, is basically a talk- and- chalk method. Besides, there is also pressure on the teacher to finish the syllabus on time and therefore, even though a teacher wants his students to acquire an in depth understanding of the subject. Chemistry extended knowledge of information and communication technology, with particular emphasis on tools and methods are used in teaching chemistry at the lower and upper secondary school level. The traditional chalk and talk method could not help out to solve the problem of learner and hence the need of ICT as a tool can enhance the knowledge as well as learning experience. There are many concepts that can be used to describe the motivational aspect of science teaching and learning. Computers have been used in education in many ways from the very beginning of their history. Several ways to analyses use of computer and ICT in education is govern the importance of one and all. Any particular technology is often treated as a particular tool to accomplish their task in more efficient way


There are so many topics which can be covered with the help of chemsketch. 

  1. Aromaticity 
  2. 3D structure optimization 
  3. Tautomeric forms
  4. Auto renumbering. 
  5. IUPAC Nomenclature 
  6. Import and export of molecule
  7. Conversion of 2D into 3D 
  8. Advance form of periodic table 
  9. Structure of Carbohydrate 
  10. Structure of Fullerene and other bigger molecule 
  11. Editing of molecule structure.


ICT increases teacher efficiency and can reduce teachers’ time spent performing administrative tasks. It is important for both students and teachers to use ICT regularly in their courses . Students higher-order thinking skills are enhanced in learning environments where ICT is used. To be able to use ICT in the courses effectively, teachers should; 

  • be aware of its potential, 
  • select tools and methods which are appropriate with the needs of students,
  • design their teaching methods effectively, 
  • develop new teaching strategies,
  • Know and apply classroom management rules in order to cope with problems encountered in technology-aided learning environments. 

EXAMPLE:

A simple example of a 3D Structural Formula is that for methane, whose molecular formula is CH4. Compare the following two representations of methane (CH4):

           

If a teacher has to explain the structure of a simple molecule of METHANE using a 2D method that is chalk and talk on the board it seems rather boring and difficult for students to understand. While if A colourful 3D image is used to explain the structure which has one Carbon atom and four Hydrogen atoms it becomes interesting to see the actual figure and understanding becomes more effective and thorough/ solid.

We see Educational professionals like Byjus Online coaching uses the ICT to make their teaching effective and easy to understand for the students.

Tools of ICT in Chemistry There are huge amount of chemistry software available which can be readily used as an ICT tools to learn chemistry in better way. Some of them is freely available while some of them has commercial values. Drawing of molecule can be done by (Chemsketch) and (Marvin Sketch). This tools provide various additional information along with the object. 

CONCLUSION:

 Teachers, students, parents and many others with an interest in technology integration frequently are overwhelmed by providing and assessing quality technological instruction. ICT is playing a central role in cooperation between schools and the community and to engage parents in the learning process. ICT is widely promoted by central authorities as a tool for teaching and learning but large implementation gap remains. ICT is often recommended for assessing competences but steering documents rarely indicate how it should be applied. Teachers usually acquire ICT teaching skills through their initial education but further professional development is less common. Proper technical guidance and training should be made available to teachers at all levels by the school authorities in order to make them capable of implementing the tools of ICT to its fullest potential for the benefit of the learners.


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