How can we apply chemistry to real-world problems in the classroom? (BCCE 2026)
About this episode
Melissa discusses with Vicente Talanquer how to apply chemistry to real-world problems in education.
What if chemistry classes were organized around real-world problems instead of chapters in a textbook?In this bonus BCCE Community Conversation preview, Melissa talks with Vicente Talanquer about helping students think like chemists rather than simply memorize chemistry. They explore why authentic, real-world problems can transform learning, how instructors can make meaningful changes without rewriting an entire course, and why teaching chemistry is about developing a way of thinking—not just delivering content.
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