INNOVATIVE METHODS FOR SOLVING NON-STANDARD PROBLEMS AS A MEANS OF ENHANCING MOTIVATION TO LEARN CHEMISTRY
Keywords:
chemistry education, non-standard tasks, innovative pedagogy, student motivation, higher-order thinking, inquiry-based learning, active engagement, conceptual understandingAbstract
This paper examines the pedagogical effectiveness of innovative approaches to solving non-standard problems as a means of enhancing student motivation in the study of chemistry. While conventional teaching methods often emphasize routine tasks and algorithmic exercises, they may fail to cultivate higher-order thinking skills or sustain long-term interest in the subject. In contrast, non-standard problem-solving strategies—characterized by their open-ended nature, cognitive challenge, and real-world relevance—encourage active intellectual engagement and deeper conceptual understanding. Drawing on recent research in educational psychology and chemistry didactics, this study analyzes the integration of inquiry-based learning, context-rich tasks, and creative problem formats within the chemistry curriculum. The findings underscore the potential of such methods to foster intrinsic motivation, promote sustained academic interest, and improve overall learning outcomes.
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