Adaego Okegbe

I teach by first of all observing the student. I'll proceed depending on what learning method they are most adaptable to.

Visual learners will be taught by pictograms, charts and pictures.

Conventional learners will be taught by verbal interactions and rote.

For conventional learners who prefer to learn by memorisation and rote, I teach by repetition.
Some learners do well with peer revision–reviewing lessons with close friends or family members.
Live excursions can also be arranged as needed.

Documentaries are used where necessary.

Understanding and knowledge retention are the key goals, so cramming alone is not advised.
I encourage students who learn by memorisation and cramming to be able to explain in their own words, the concepts learned.

I do not build only on what has been taught in the classrooms, but new topics are also subtly introduced.
I've found that this helps to forestall any [unpleasant] surprises–something that's quite common, when it comes to new topics in science.

I teach the students, and encourage them to teach me too. The whole point is for them to be able to simplistically explain complex concepts. If they understood it, they'll be able to teach it to just about anyone. Starting with me. This process builds their confidence, and lets them know that they're making progress with learning.

Being able to explain to me, what has been taught, is the only way that we [the student and I] can be sure that a subject has been completely understood.

Chemistry is a beautiful science.
Every other science revolves around it.