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JCE 95.12 December 2018 Issue Highlights

Mary Saecker | Fri, 12/14/2018 - 16:03

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Promoting Engagement in Critical Thinking

The December 2018 issue of the Journal of Chemical Education is now available online to subscribers. Topics featured in this issue include: wetting modification by photocatalysis, innovative approaches to promote student engagement, connecting concepts with real-world applications, examining outreach and peer-led team learning, exploring polymer chemistry, understanding kinetics, computer-based learning tools, cost-effective equipment, exploring the archives: carbohydrates.

Creating an Inclusive Classroom in December

Ariel Serkin | Wed, 12/12/2018 - 20:31

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December is a busy time for many educators as we try to wrap up content before a long break and maybe incorporate fun activities into the curriculum. There are concerts, field trips, projects, presentations, and even variety shows to “celebrate the season.” However, I find that when schools try to get into the “holiday spirit”, they may unintentionally create an environment where students and teachers may feel excluded.

Solution to Chemical Mystery #13: Bye Bye Blue!

Tom Kuntzleman | Thu, 11/22/2018 - 08:12

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The solution to Chemical Mystery #13: Bye Bye Blue! is presented. This experiment is useful to demonstrate to students when discussing acid-base indicators, neutralization reactions, or the acidity of carbon dioxide when it dissolves in water.

JCE 95.11 November 2018 Issue Highlights

Mary Saecker | Thu, 11/15/2018 - 15:06

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Increasing Authenticity of the Student Experience

Are Diamonds Forever? A Chemical Investigation

Tom Kuntzleman | Fri, 11/02/2018 - 14:04

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You are likely aware that diamonds are converted - albeit slowly - to graphite under normal conditions. Thus, diamonds don't last forever, in contrast to the popular advertising slogan. However, did you know that you can use chemistry to prove that diamonds are not forever? It's simpler than you think...

The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America’s Shining Women by Kate Moore

Maria Gallardo-... | Sun, 10/14/2018 - 12:51

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Radium Girls is one of those books that can’t be put down. It challenges us with imagery so vivid that sometimes you just want to look away, but you are so invested in the lives of the girls that you persevere to the end. It is tragic and strong but also hopeful and tender.

The Mole Storytelling Jam - An Interview with the Creators

Deanna Cullen | Thu, 10/04/2018 - 15:26

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Maria Gallardo-Williams and Holly Walter Kerby created The Mole Storytelling Jam (modeled after the popular Moth Lab) and hosted the inaugural event as part of the 2018 BCCE. Read the interview with Maria and Holly. You can listen to all the stories shared at the event as well.

JCE 95.10 October 2018 Issue Highlights

Mary Saecker | Thu, 10/04/2018 - 15:01

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The Human Side of Teaching and Learning

The October 2018 issue of the Journal of Chemical Education is now available online to subscribers. Topics featured in this issue include: research on: AP chemistry reform and writing instruction; novel teaching approaches; demonstrations: safety and effectiveness; augmented reality and technology for teaching; using stories and history to teach; exploring acid-base chemistry; understanding energy; biochemistry in the laboratory; teaching resources; astrochemistry resources for National Chemistry Week 2018.