Chemical Mystery #14: Loves Me…Loves Me Not
Tom Kuntzleman | Tue, 02/19/2019 - 09:46
You can figure out how this Valentine's Day experiment was done...if you know your chemistry, that is!
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National Periodic Table Day is Feb. 7th!
Doug Ragan | Sun, 02/03/2019 - 15:46
National Periodic Table Day is February 7th. Check out some of my favorite periodic table resources.
Largest Periodic Table - World Record Attempt
Deanna Cullen | Wed, 01/30/2019 - 11:42
The American Chemical Society Western Michigan Section is planning a special International Year of the Periodic Table (IYPT) celebration to be held at Grand Valley State University in Michigan on October 19th. The highlight of the celebration will be the unveiling of the largest periodic table in hopes of setting a Guinness World Record. Schools and groups are invited to help with the IYPT project by making one of the 118 elements.
The Blue Butterfly Effect
Tom Kuntzleman | Mon, 01/28/2019 - 18:59
The June, 2018 issue of the Journal of Chemical Education contains an article that describes a simple, yet fascinating experiment that you and your students are going to love! It involves the use of butterfly wings from the genus Morpho. I obtained some of these wings and enjoyed experimenting with them. You will too!
Career Profile: Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Dr. Nakita K. Noel
Nakita Noel | Tue, 01/15/2019 - 13:39
Read Dr. Nakita Noel’s career profile describing her background and her current position as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Princeton Research Institute for the Science and Technology of Materials.
Josh Kenney is Teaching, Youtubing, and Researching Chemistry Education
Josh Kenney | Mon, 01/14/2019 - 14:53
I think that most people can recall someone whom we considered to be a great teacher. The kind of person who inspired us and motivated us to learn. As I started my career, I remember wondering what kind of teacher my students thought I was.
Why I Am Attending ChemEd 2019
Kristen Drury | Fri, 01/04/2019 - 08:19
I am already planning for my trip to Illinois in July to attend ChemEd 2019! Let me tell you why I want to attend.
Faces of Chemistry - Career Profiles
Deanna Cullen | Wed, 01/02/2019 - 12:24
ChemEd X has invited professionals working in chemistry related fields to write about their background, experience and advice they have for those interested in a similar career path. Chemistry instructors can use these as a resource to help students glimpse the variety of chemistry related fields open to them.
Career Profile: Agricultural Chemical Laboratory Supervisor - Jason Kong
Jason Kong | Wed, 01/02/2019 - 09:20
Read Jason Kong’s career profile describing his background and his current position as a chemical laboratory supervisor for the Ohio Department of Agriculture.
Creating an Inclusive Classroom in December
Ariel Serkin | Wed, 12/12/2018 - 20:31
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.