Nomenclature and Chemistry Poker
Chad Husting | Tue, 01/26/2021 - 08:52
This creative activity will help engage your students in chemistry nomenclature.
high school chemistry
How to Use EdPuzzle to Support Virtual and Hybrid Learning
Josh Kenney | Wed, 01/13/2021 - 10:34
EdPuzzle is a content delivery tool that can increase student engagement and metacognition. Here, we will explore how to use this application to help your students learn in a remote or hybrid setting.
Holiday Reflections on the Silver Mirror Demonstration
Tom Kuntzleman | Mon, 12/28/2020 - 17:26
Tom Kuntzleman tests to see if Powerade can be used as a source of reducing sugars in the classic silver mirror demonstration, and reminisces about Christmas days past when doing so.
A Virtual Adaptation of a Periodic Table Card Sort and Lab
Chad Husting | Mon, 12/28/2020 - 11:41
This virtual adaptation provides students the opportunity to engage in a process similar to the one Mendeleev used as he constructed the original version of the periodic table we still use today.
JCE 97.12 December 2020 Issue Highlights
Mary Saecker | Sun, 12/27/2020 - 14:17
The December 2020 issue of the Journal of Chemical Education is now available online to subscribers. Topics featured in this issue include: teaching during COVID-19; examining models used by students; chemical structure; game-based learning; interdisciplinary courses; teaching chemistry using plants; laboratory instruction with real-world context; fluorescence; exploring spectroscopy; thermodynamics; chemical education research; from the archives: photography.
Stoichiometry - A Free Virtual Chemistry Lab Activity
Josh Kenney | Tue, 12/15/2020 - 09:38
In this virtual activity, a video introduces stoichiometry and guides students to think conceptually using a simple baking analogy. Afterward, stoichiometry calculations connect to the analogy, that are then reinforced with a simple experiment. Finally, students explore a PhET simulation to deepen their knowledge.
What Is the Pressure Inside a Bottle of Soda?
Tom Kuntzleman | Tue, 12/08/2020 - 13:01
What is the pressure inside a bottle of soda pop? Read this short article to find the surprising answer to this question, and also to learn how to do an experiment to answer this question for yourself!
Naming and Formula Writing for Ionic Compounds Virtual Activity
Stephanie O'Brien | Tue, 12/01/2020 - 11:52
Writing formulas is one of those concepts in chemistry that requires much practice and repetition for students to gain confidence. This remote learning activity is a fun way for students to practice name and formula writing that will not be as boring as a worksheet full of practice questions.
Free AP Chemistry Prep Exams for Teachers
Michael Farabaugh | Tue, 11/17/2020 - 06:41
Free AP Chemistry prep exams are available for teachers. This is part of a research study occurring through the 2020-2021 year. Enroll today!
Solubility and Concentration - A Free Virtual Chemistry Lab Activity
Josh Kenney | Fri, 11/13/2020 - 14:46
In this activity, students learn about solubility and concentration. They watch videos that explain the dissolving process, how to calculate the molarity, supersaturation and how to make rock candy. They also use a PhET simulation to explore factors that affect the concentration of a solution.