SSCE Chemistry Textbook Development (CTRI Learning Hub)
SSCE Chemistry (CTRI Learning Hub)
This page serves as the central hub for the development of the SSCE Chemistry textbook under the Collaborative Tutorial Resources Initiative (CTRI). It contains the roadmap, chapter structure, and updates for all Chemistry learning materials.
About This Textbook
The CTRI Chemistry textbook is being designed to support self-study learning for secondary school students preparing for SSCE examinations (WAEC, JAMB & NECO).
The goal is to make Chemistry:
- Clear and understandable
- Structured in logical progression
- Supported with step-by-step explanations
- Accessible without teacher dependency
Current Development Status
The Chemistry textbook is currently in early development. We are actively working on structuring the first set of chapters.
Chemistry Textbook Roadmap
The textbook is organised into twelve pedagogical Themes, each functioning as a mini-book. Chapters are numbered within each Theme.
Theme 1 — Foundations of Chemistry
The language and tools of Chemistry — measurement, matter, and scientific thinking
| Chapter | Title |
|---|---|
| 1.1 | Introduction to Chemistry |
| 1.2 | Particulate Nature of Matter |
| 1.3 | Separation Techniques |
Theme 2 — Atomic Structure and the Periodic Table
Inside the atom — and how atomic structure explains the behaviour of all elements
| Chapter | Title |
|---|---|
| 2.1 | Structure of the Atom |
| 2.2 | The Periodic Table |
Theme 3 — Chemical Bonding
How and why atoms join together — the forces that hold matter in place
| Chapter | Title |
|---|---|
| 3.1 | Types of Chemical Bonds |
Theme 4 — Stoichiometry and Chemical Reactions
The quantitative language of Chemistry — moles, equations and calculations
| Chapter | Title |
|---|---|
| 4.1 | Chemical Symbols, Formulae and Equations |
| 4.2 | The Mole and Quantitative Chemistry |
Theme 5 — States of Matter and Gas Laws
How matter behaves as a solid, liquid or gas — and the laws that govern gases
| Chapter | Title |
|---|---|
| 5.1 | Gases |
| 5.2 | Liquids and Solids |
Theme 6 — Energy Changes in Chemistry
Why reactions happen — and how to track the energy that flows in and out
| Chapter | Title |
|---|---|
| 6.1 | Thermochemistry |
Theme 7 — Acids, Bases, Salts and Ionic Equilibria
The chemistry of proton transfer — neutralization, pH, and the behaviour of electrolytes
| Chapter | Title |
|---|---|
| 7.1 | Acids and Bases |
| 7.2 | Salts |
| 7.3 | Solubility |
Theme 8 — Chemical Kinetics and Equilibrium
How fast do reactions go — and where do they stop?
| Chapter | Title |
|---|---|
| 8.1 | Rates of Reaction |
| 8.2 | Chemical Equilibrium |
Theme 9 — Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry
Electron transfer — from rusting iron to batteries and electroplating
| Chapter | Title |
|---|---|
| 9.1 | Oxidation and Reduction |
| 9.2 | Electrochemical Cells |
| 9.3 | Electrolysis |
Theme 10 — Organic Chemistry
Carbon-based compounds — from fuels and fibres to medicines and food
| Chapter | Title |
|---|---|
| 10.1 | Introduction to Organic Chemistry |
| 10.2 | Hydrocarbons |
| 10.3 | Oxygen-Containing Organic Compounds |
Theme 11 — Biochemistry and Polymers
The chemistry of life — proteins, fats, carbohydrates and the materials of the modern world
| Chapter | Title |
|---|---|
| 11.1 | Biological Molecules |
| 11.2 | Synthetic Polymers |
Theme 12 — Non-Metals, Metals and Industrial Chemistry
The chemistry of key elements — and how Chemistry drives Nigerian industries
| Chapter | Title |
|---|---|
| 12.1 | Non-Metals and Their Compounds |
| 12.2 | Metals and Their Compounds |
| 12.3 | Chemistry, Industry and the Environment |
| 12.4 | Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis |
Chapter Releases
As chapters are completed, they will be published here as downloadable PDFs.
| Chapter | Title | Status | Version | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1 | Introduction to Chemistry | Not Started | — | — |
| 1.2 | Particulate Nature of Matter | Not Started | — | — |
| 1.3 | Separation Techniques | Not Started | — | — |
| 2.1 | Structure of the Atom | Not Started | — | — |
| 2.2 | The Periodic Table | Not Started | — | — |
| 3.1 | Types of Chemical Bonds | Not Started | — | — |
| 4.1 | Chemical Symbols, Formulae and Equations | Not Started | — | — |
| 4.2 | The Mole and Quantitative Chemistry | Not Started | — | — |
| 5.1 | Gases | Not Started | — | — |
| 5.2 | Liquids and Solids | Not Started | — | — |
| 6.1 | Thermochemistry | Not Started | — | — |
| 7.1 | Acids and Bases | Not Started | — | — |
| 7.2 | Salts | Not Started | — | — |
| 7.3 | Solubility | Not Started | — | — |
| 8.1 | Rates of Reaction | Not Started | — | — |
| 8.2 | Chemical Equilibrium | Not Started | — | — |
| 9.1 | Oxidation and Reduction | Not Started | — | — |
| 9.2 | Electrochemical Cells | Not Started | — | — |
| 9.3 | Electrolysis | Not Started | — | — |
| 10.1 | Introduction to Organic Chemistry | Not Started | — | — |
| 10.2 | Hydrocarbons | Not Started | — | — |
| 10.3 | Oxygen-Containing Organic Compounds | Not Started | — | — |
| 11.1 | Biological Molecules | Not Started | — | — |
| 11.2 | Synthetic Polymers | Not Started | — | — |
| 12.1 | Non-Metals and Their Compounds | Not Started | — | — |
| 12.2 | Metals and Their Compounds | Not Started | — | — |
| 12.3 | Chemistry, Industry and the Environment | Not Started | — | — |
| 12.4 | Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis | Not Started | — | — |
Version System
CTRI uses a living-document approach:
- Draft (0.1)
- Review (0.5)
- Published (1.0)
- Updated editions (1.1, 1.2…)
This ensures continuous improvement based on feedback.
Feedback and Contributions
We welcome feedback from:
- Students
- Teachers
- Volunteers
- Educators
If you would like to contribute or suggest improvements: 📧 hello@ctri.ng
Relationship with Care for Knowledge
CTRI is an initiative of Care For Knowledge, a Nigeria-based non-profit organisation focused on improving access to quality educational resources.
Follow the Development
Updates will include:
- Chapter releases
- Draft updates
- Revisions
- Contributor contributions
Acknowledgements
For a full list of contributors to this textbook, visit the Chemistry Acknowledgements page.
This is an evolving textbook built openly and collaboratively.