Technology-Enabled Blended Learning Experiences for Chemistry Education

Chemistry pre-lab training often leaves students lost in a maze of abstract manuals and static videos, struggling to visualize critical spatial concepts like molecular interactions and reaction dynamics. This gap in traditional methods stifles comprehension and hampers experimental readiness, particularly in fields like organic chemistry, environmental chemistry and forensic science.

My project shatters this barrier by harnessing spatial reality, an emerging technology that projects immersive, interactive 3D objects without headsets. Through spatial reality labs, students can bridge the chasm between theory and practice. Drawing from successful implementations in diverse chemical disciplines, I demonstrate how this technology enhances cognition, boosts engagement, and equips learners with intuitive understanding.

Hosted by: Glenn Hurst (glenn.hurst@york.ac.uk)