"Learning Made Fun": Teacher Turns Life Science Revision Into Viral Classroom Hit

• A passionate and vibey Life Sciences teacher created a musical revision method to help students memorise concepts
• The classroom video highlighted creative and interactive learning approaches that engage students
• South Africans online praised innovative teaching methods that make education more enjoyable and effective
• Briefly News spoke to teachers Sanie and Karabo Lexi Mahlangu, who both believe creative teaching methods can transform how learners understand and remember difficult subjects

South Africans celebrated a teacher’s creative Life Science lesson, showing how fun and interactive methods make learning memorable.

On 4 October 2025, TikTok user @thishawakutiktok shared a video capturing a Life Sciences teacher teaching his class in a highly engaging way. The teacher was giving a lesson on the endocrine system, but instead of relying solely on notes or textbooks, he created a song to help learners memorise key concepts and body parts. The creative approach was aimed at improving retention and making revision more interactive, demonstrating a new method of teaching that blended education with entertainment. Students in the classroom appeared engaged and attentive as the lesson unfolded, showing that music can be a powerful tool for learning complex subjects.

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This innovative method added value beyond traditional teaching by demonstrating how creative approaches can help learners understand and retain difficult material. The teacher not only covered essential content but also transformed the classroom into an enjoyable learning environment, making revision memorable for students. By turning the endocrine system into a musical revision tool, he encouraged learners to actively participate and reinforced the importance of interactive learning. This example serves as inspiration for other educators looking to combine creativity with effective teaching methods.

Innovative teaching sparks student engagement online

The video, posted publicly by user @thishawakutiktok, quickly went viral, receiving over 64,000 likes and more than 350 comments from South Africans who admired the unique teaching style. Many viewers praised the teacher for making education entertaining and relatable, expressing how lessons like these could have had a major impact on their own learning journeys. Social media engagement highlighted the appeal of creative teaching, with users sharing memories of school and discussing how fun, interactive methods can spark a lifelong interest in subjects like Life Sciences.

Viewers’ reactions showcased appreciation for educators who go above and beyond to engage students. The post highlighted the positive impact that creativity and dedication can have on learning, inspiring conversation about teaching techniques across South Africa. Audiences responded positively to the blend of humour, music, and education, emphasising the role of passionate teachers in shaping academic experiences.

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Sanie told Briefly News that her own learning struggles inspired her approach. She explained:

“I personally can’t concentrate on one thing for an extended amount of time, and growing up, it’s been how we were taught. Just sit and listen to the teacher, then repeat the same things on tests. I think that’s why most kids loved art or PE class. I found that I used to study using pictures or making a song out of what was on paper, and this helped me. Therefore, I will use this method in my own classroom. The children remember the content I teach in class easier and they engage better in the classroom. They also use it in their tests, humming parts of a song to help them remember how to spell a certain word.”

She added that the CAPS curriculum often limits how far teachers can stretch their creativity. In her words:

“Unfortunately, the CAPS curriculum often limits the creativity of teachers. Deadlines need to be met. So that makes teachers less creative than others.”

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Sanie encouraged teachers to be bold, playful, and relatable in the classroom. She concluded:

“Creativity comes in different forms. They should do things that relate more to the kids. Also, don't be afraid to look silly. Adults shame each other or find certain things cringe. But kids don’t. They love authenticity and creativity.”

Karabo also highlighted how unconventional teaching boosts concentration, motivation, and inclusivity in the classroom. She explained:

“Unconventional teaching methods increase learners’ concentration and decrease boredom. It enhances motivation and retention via experiential learning, whereby learners can apply what they have learnt. It caters for varied learning methods and makes lessons more inclusive and accommodating.”

She said many teachers stick to traditional methods due to pressure, lack of training, and generational gaps. In her words:

“Most teachers stick to traditional teaching approaches because of the pressure to complete the curriculum or syllabus. They have this fear of using creative methods because they think that it might take time. Another thing is that they were not equipped with the necessary skills in varsity because of the different eras. I believe this has got to do with different generations of teachers.”

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Karabo encouraged teachers to start small, be brave, and stay focused on learning outcomes. She said:

“The advice I would give is that they should not be afraid to implement ideas that they think would help learners learn better. They should start small, then measure if it really works before fully implementing. They should always remember the learning goal and everything else should be centred around that goal or outcome.”

Here’s what Mzansi had to say about the teaching method

Anele wrote:

“Lapho mina ngingakhumbula ukuthi kunani la kuphela😭😭😭 Translation: I just remember that something ends here.”

SthezanaM wrote:

“The best life sciences teacher.”

WendyMseleku asked:

“Ngabe ngaba u dokotela. 😭😭😭 Translation: I could have been a doctor.”

Tshepoandy50 wrote:

“Uzobe uyanya ongeke athole distinction. 😂🤞 Translation: You’ll be in trouble if you don’t get a distinction.”

Mandy Gxabhashe wrote:

“Kozwakala ngomfundi ku exam room esecula kancane ebhala. Translation: You’ll hear a learner softly singing this in the exam room.”

Issa Bingo wrote:

“I remember using your videos last year. I’ll never forget how you helped me. I even remember this song, which shows how effective your videos are. 😅”

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Kwandie Shabalala wrote:

“Kazi babekeph o teacher abanjena sisafunda? Ngabe singo doctor. 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Translation: If we had teachers like this back then, we would be doctors.”

Pulengleeledula56 wrote:

“We’re blessed as parents to have a teacher who makes sure our kids get all the knowledge and understanding in life sciences. Thank you. 🙏”

Check out the TikTok video below:

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Source: Briefly News