Hybrid AP Chemistry - A Mom’s Reflection
Stephanie O'Brien | Sat, 02/13/2021 - 12:51
This article shares a reflection of my daughter's experience in hybrid AP Chemistry from the perspective of a mother.
AP Chemistry Resources
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!
Creating Interactive Particle Diagram Activities for Online Instruction
Michael Farabaugh | Mon, 08/31/2020 - 16:48
Many teachers have students draw models and diagrams to help them illustrate how matter behaves. Teachers can uncover and address possible misconceptions quickly using this strategy. The author describes how to create interactive particle diagram activities that are easy for students to use online. This strategy is applicable to almost any particle diagram and should be useful for teachers during virtual lessons.
Adapting Card Sorts for Digital Instruction
Samantha Ramaswamy | Mon, 08/17/2020 - 16:15
Card sorts can be used to quickly assess student understanding. The author has modified two card sorts on photoelectron spectroscopy and intermoleculer forces for use either remotely or in a paperless classroom.
AP Chemistry Exam Reflections 2020
Kristen Drury | Tue, 07/28/2020 - 10:41
These are a few reflections from an AP Chemistry Exam reader after reading the 2020 online AP Chemistry Exam.
Have you already HEARD about it? - An AP Chemistry podcast!
Sarah Rayder | Thu, 07/23/2020 - 16:15
The APsolute RecAP’s philosophy is to maximize students’ understanding and minimize their need for memorization. The episodes follow the updated CED and each episode is under 10 minutes in length, so students are able to squeeze in a quick, effective review session even if they don’t have a ton of time to do so.
APTeach: A Home for AP Chemistry Educators
Michael Farabaugh | Fri, 05/15/2020 - 08:22
The mission of APTeach is to create a collaborative community where teachers can share ideas about student miconceptions, pedagogy, improving student understanding, and implementing best practices for teaching chemistry.
DIY Particulate Models
Melissa Hemling | Mon, 03/09/2020 - 21:57
Particulate diagrams are all the rage in chemical education. Learn simple tricks to create your own!
Using Student Misconceptions as a Guide for Writing Multiple-Choice Items for AP Chemistry
Michael Farabaugh | Tue, 03/03/2020 - 13:23
In this article, the author describes how he uses student misconceptions that are mentioned in the Chief Reader Report as a guide to help him design and write multiple-choice items for AP Chemistry.
Writing Good Chemistry Questions
Michael Farabaugh | Sat, 01/25/2020 - 15:42
The ability to anticipate the errors that students tend to make should serve as a guiding principle when designing assessment items. In addition, a well-written question can uncover student misconceptions.