Planning a Bonding Unit
This post shares some previously posted resources on ChemEd X to help you plan a comprehensive bonding unit.
This post shares some previously posted resources on ChemEd X to help you plan a comprehensive bonding unit.
Inquiry and phenomena-based curriculum are buzzwords in the education world, especially in connection with NGSS. What does this actually mean and how can it be implemented in the chemistry classroom is explored in this article along with an introduction to some curriculum resources.
Over 700 science educators gathered at STANYS 2023, exploring 3D learning. Ashley Green and Sarah English reflect on their experience and how they plan to bring what they learned to the ChemEd25 conference in Golden, Colorado, in July 2025.
This study explores anthocyanin bleaching and dyeing using blackberries, inspired by the maraschino cherry production process. The experiments demonstrate accessible anthocyanin chemistry for educational applications and encourage replication with various fruits.
During our October 2024 AP Teach meeting, we discussed Kinetic Molecular Theory, Maxwell-Boltzmann curves, and why gases deviate from ideal predictions. Check out the video summary and the presentation slidedeck!
The Chemistry Laboratory Curriculum (CLC) Innovators Program is accepting applications for its 2025 cohort to help faculty teams transform chemistry labs into inquiry-based experiences with NSF support—apply by December 31, 2024!
How can chemistry address real-world issues? Explore how teaching Social Justice Science Issues helps students connect chemistry to their local communities. By integrating student community-centered storylines, teachers can engage students in critical thinking about chemistry topics and how they apply to their everyday lives.
A Picture-Perfect activity for National Chemistry Week 2024!