Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025), Articles
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025)

DESIGNING CHEMISTRY LESSONS BASED ON COGNITIVE AND REFLECTIVE APPROACHES TO ENHANCE FUNCTIONAL LITERACY.

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Published 2025-06-19
Pardayev Ulug‘bek Xayrullo o‘g‘li
A student of the Chemistry program at the Faculty of Natural Sciences, Uzbekistan-Finland Pedagogical Institute.
Mirsaliyeva Maftuna Azamat qizi
A student of the Chemistry program at the Faculty of Natural Sciences, Uzbekistan-Finland Pedagogical Institute.
Yaxshinorova Nafisa Asliddin qizi
A student of the Chemistry program at the Faculty of Natural Sciences, Uzbekistan-Finland Pedagogical Institute.
Khusanov Eldor Safariddinovich
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Technical Sciences, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Natural Sciences, Uzbekistan-Finland Pedagogical Institute.
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Keywords

cognitive approach, reflective learning, chemistry education, functional literacy, lesson design, inquiry-based instruction, metacognition

Abstract

This article explores the integration of cognitive and reflective approaches into the design of chemistry lessons aimed at fostering students’ functional literacy. The study emphasizes the importance of moving beyond rote memorization toward developing higher-order thinking skills, such as analysis, reasoning, and metacognitive awareness. By incorporating strategies that engage students in reflective thinking—such as self-assessment, conceptual mapping, and inquiry-based learning—the research demonstrates how chemistry education can become more contextually relevant and personally meaningful. The paper presents practical models for lesson design and pedagogical tools that support the development of functional literacy in secondary school students. The findings underscore the role of cognitive engagement and reflective dialogue in building scientifically literate learners who are capable of applying chemical knowledge in real-life situations.

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