THE CURRENT STATE OF TEACHING CHEMISTRY AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR ITS DEVELOPMENT

This article analyzes the current state of chemistry education in general secondary schools of Uzbekistan. It highlights a number of existing challenges in the educational process, including the insufficient material and technical base of schools, the use of outdated teaching methods, issues related to teachers’ professional competence and motivation, as well as the decline in students’ interest in chemistry. The article also proposes several promising directions for improving chemistry education, such as establishing modern laboratories, using digital educational resources, implementing innovative pedagogical technologies, ensuring continuous professional development of teachers, and strengthening interdisciplinary integration.