Chemical Review and Letters

The Role of Technical English Proficiency in Chemistry Education

Document Type : Research Article

Authors

Jafar Azamat 1
Mohammad Reza Khodadust 2
Amirmohammad Bahrami Maddah 3

1 Associate Professor of Department of Chemistry Education, Farhangian University, P.O. Box 14665-889, Tehran, Iran

2 Assistant Professor of Department of English Language Teaching, Farhangian University, P.O. Box 14665-889, Tehran, Iran

3 Student Teacher of Department of Chemistry Education, Farhangian University, P.O. Box 14665-889, Tehran, Iran

https://doi.org/10.22034/crl.2024.460382.1346
Abstract
In the world today, with its diverse specializations and branches of sciences, gaining an improved and more accurate understanding of scientific concepts and information is of vital significance. Chemistry is one of the fundamental sciences, the mastery of which enables individuals to make maximal use of this useful science. One of the important factors in learning chemistry is the use of the English for chemistry, which includes technical terms, accurate definitions, and experimentation methods. The use of specialized language helps individuals better understand complex concepts and easily communicate with others in the same field. The present study examines the central role of learning specialized language in studying and understanding chemical concepts as well as introducing the key points for optimal utilization by students and anyone interested in chemistry. This study demonstrates how mastering complex chemistry terminology and its unique nomenclature enhances understanding, facilitates effective communication, strengthens critical thinking, deepens content knowledge mastery, and ultimately improves the performance of chemistry learners.

Graphical Abstract

The Role of Technical English Proficiency in Chemistry Education

Keywords

Scientific language
chemistry
learning
scientific terms
pedagogical content knowledge

Subjects

Chemical Review and Letters
Volume 7, Issue 4 - Serial Number 4
September and October 2024
Pages 731-741

  • Receive Date 02 June 2024
  • Revise Date 04 July 2024
  • Accept Date 06 July 2024

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