APPLICATION OF INTERACTIVE METHODS IN CHEMISTRY

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This article discusses the importance of using interactive methods in teaching chemistry as an effective way to organize the educational process, encourage students to participate actively, develop their creative and critical thinking skills, and help them understand the topics being studied more deeply. This article discusses the use of interactive methodsin chemistry and thebenefitsthey providetostudents. Keywords. Interactive, Case-study, problem-based learning, chem-office, PhET, virtual, discussion,digital technology, simulation. Chemistry is one of the fields that is interesting for students, but sometimes perceived as difficult. Traditional teaching methods - reading from a textbook and relying on teacher explanations - often fail to fully arouse students' interest or help them understand the subject in depth. Therefore, interactivemethods are widely usedin modern education. These methods make students active participants in teaching chemistry, allowing them to master knowledge in a practical and creative way. Interactive methods, including case technology, project-based learning, group discussions and the use of games, help to increase student cooperation in chemistry lessons and reinforce topics with practical examples. The use of interactive methods in inorganic and organic chemistry, for example, in teaching the topic of alkaline earth metals, increases students' interest inthe subject and helpsthem masterthe subject more deeply. Also, using virtual laboratories and ChemOffice programs to visually demonstrate complex chemical reactions helps students betterunderstand thesubject. The use of interactive methods in teaching chemistry makes the process of acquiring knowledge more effective and interesting for students, develops their creative and critical thinking skills, and improves the quality of education. Interactive methods include methods aimed at increasing cooperation between the teacher and the student, as well as among students.The following interactivemethods are effectively used in chemistry: Problem-Based Learning. Students are given a problem from real life. For example, they are asked to conduct an experiment based on the question “How can the hardness of water be softened?” Students study how water reacts with calcium and magnesium salts, and try out soda or boiling methods. Example: Students test water samples in groups and use chemical indicators to determinehardness. Experiments and practical exercises. Chemistry cannot be fully understood without experience. For example, by demonstrating the reaction of copper (II) hydroxide (Cu(OH)₂) with ammonia to form the dark-colored [Cu(NH₃)₄]²⁺ complex, students directly observe the page1020 INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ISSN:2692-5206,ImpactFactor:12,23 AmericanAcademicpublishers,volume05,issue05,2025 Journal: https://www.academicpublishers.org/journals/index.php/ijai reaction process. Example: Study the properties of gases by producing CO₂ gas in common household conditions(for example, withcitric acid and bakingsoda). Group work and discussion. Students divide into small groups and collect and discuss information on the topic, for example, “How are nitrogen fertilizers produced?” Each group presents its conclusions to the class. Example: Analyze the contact method of sulfuric acid production in groups and describe each step. Digital technologies and simulations. Chemical reactions can be viewed virtually using computer programs or mobile applications. For example, study atomic structure or acid-base reactions through PhET simulations. Example: Explaining gas laws by showing the movement ofmolecules ina 3Dmodel. Games and quizzes. Learning the periodic table of chemical elements through a game or conducting a “Find a chemical reaction” quiz. For example, students compose a reaction equation based on the given substances (HCl, NaOH). Example: Competing in the “Which substanceis anacid?” quizontheKahoot platform. Interactive methods in teaching chemistry not only make the lesson interesting, but also have a positive effect on the process of learning for students. Below are their main benefits: Increased interest. Through experiments and games, students develop an interest in chemistry. For example, a color change in a simple experiment (copper turns dark blue with ammonia)amazes them and encourages them to learn. Better understanding and long-term memory. While traditional methods only require memorization, interactive methods allow students to see the processes in action. For example, by boiling water and temporarily removing its hardness, they will understand the reaction mechanism. Development of practical skills. By conducting experiments, students learn to use laboratory equipment, follow safety rules, and analyze results. This will be the basis for futurescientific research. Development of social skills. Group work and discussions increase students' ability to work together, defend their opinions, and listen to oth