Abstract
Project-based learning is one of the modern pedagogical technologies that contribute to improving students' knowledge quality. This study examines the impact of the project-based method on the academic performance of 8th-grade students in chemistry lessons. Students in the experimental group developed and presented projects, including conducting chemical experiments, while the control group performed laboratory work according to instructions. The results showed that project-based learning promotes the development of self-regulation, research skills, and independent work, as well as increasing interest in the subject. Based on the collected data, recommendations for the application of the project-based learning method in chemistry lessons were developed.