Good teaching practices on the example of chemistry teaching in non-chemistry studies

Abstract

The article examines the primary pedagogical challenges currently en-countered by university educators and explores selected instructional methods that can enhance the quality of education. It outlines specific strategies and interventions designed to increase student engagement during classes, with a particular focus on the case study involving Chemistry lectures for Sanitary Engineering students in the Environ-mental Engineering program within civil construction. The positive outcomes, both in terms of activating student participation and im-proving learning efficiency, were corroborated over several years of ob-servation. The findings demonstrate that, with an appropriate peda-gogical approach, it is possible not only to impart knowledge but also to foster engagement, motivation, and positive relationships that con-tribute to the holistic development of students. The article highlights the importance of continuous improving of educators’ teaching com-petencies and adapting curricula and instructional methods in order to meet the rapidly evolving demands of the labour market.