Abstract：
The comprehension of molecular structure is pivotal in chemistry education. Over the past decade, Mahidol University International College has employed various teaching tools for the introductory chemistry laboratory class. This paper outlines our evolutionary shift from traditional tools, such as plastic and plasticine models, to the integration of computer software, and ultimately to augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) tools-specifically, MoleculARweb and MolecularWebXR developed by École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne researchers. In this paper, we detail the implementation of these tools in our classes and present the outcomes of student surveys. Our instructional focus encompasses VSEPR, Atomic Orbitals, Molecular Orbitals, Skeletal Formula, and Enantiomers. This paper not only serves as a model for educators in general chemistry at secondary school or university levels to incorporate technology into their classrooms but also showcases a collaborative endeavor between Swiss and Thai researchers.
摘要：
对分子结构的理解在化学教育中至关重要。在过去的十年里，Mahidol大学国际学院为化学实验室入门课程采用了各种教学工具。本文概述了我们从传统工具的进化转变，如塑料和橡皮泥模型，计算机软件的集成，最终扩展到增强现实(AR)和虚拟现实(VR)工具，由洛桑联邦理工学院研究人员开发的MoleculARweb和MolecularWebXR。在本文中,我们在课堂上详细介绍了这些工具的实施情况，并介绍了学生调查的结果。我们的教学重点包括VSEPR，原子轨道,分子轨道,骨架配方,和对映异构体。本文不仅为中学或大学普通化学教育工作者提供了模型，将技术融入课堂，而且还展示了瑞士和泰国研究人员之间的合作努力。
