ChemEd X Talks, ChemBasics Talks - Schedule and Recordings
ChemEd X | Thu, 09/08/2022 - 13:00
Check out the schedule for upcoming ChemEd X Talks along with recordings of past events.
high school
Fun with Astronaut Ice Cream: An Exercise in Understanding Phase Diagrams
Chris Vyhnal | Tue, 03/28/2023 - 06:45
Check out this activity designed for beginning chemistry students to become familiar with phase diagrams and their associated terminology. The activity is suitable for an at-home assignment.
Confidence Level: Measurement and Significant Figures Simplified
Michael Jansen | Mon, 03/27/2023 - 17:33
The concepts of Measurement and Significant Figures can induce discomfort for both teacher and students. Michael Jansen shares his approach to teaching this important topic.
Nobel Laureate Crossword Puzzle 1941 - 1950
Thomas Manning | Sun, 03/26/2023 - 18:48
This Nobel Laureate crossword puzzle focuses on prizes awarded between 1941 and 1950. Learn and revisit some historical chemistry, terminology and background on key historical figures in this field. This is our fifth in a series of Nobel Laureate crossword puzzles.
PFAS Guided Inquiry Activity
Melissa Hemling | Fri, 03/24/2023 - 20:32
This PFAS Analysis guided inquiry activity introduces students to "Forever Chemical" pollutants in the environment as they apply their previous knowledge related to electronegativity, polarizability and bond strength to PFAS molecules.
AP Chemistry with WE Service
Melissa Hemling | Fri, 03/24/2023 - 16:17
The AP with WE Service program is one way to incorporate service-learning into your AP course to improve student understanding of content and help develop the leaders of tomorrow.
A Student-Led Lab: The Carbonate Project
Erin Woulfe | Wed, 03/22/2023 - 09:43
This empowering activity provides students the opportunity to drive their own lab experience. It allows students to perform research, execute lab techniques and identify an unknown substance.
Writing your PAEMST Addendum
Ariel Serkin | Mon, 03/13/2023 - 15:05
Congratulations on becoming a PAEMST finalist. Now what? After the grueling application process, you realize that you now have to write an addendum. Here are some tidbits to help you navigate this hectic week.
ChemEd 2023 - Calling All Chemistry Teachers
ChemEd 2023 will be hosted by Guelph University in Ontario, Canada July 23 - 27, 2023! REGISTRATION is now OPEN! Make your summer plans for professional development now!
Laser-Cutting CDs into Snowflakes
Dean Campbell | Wed, 03/08/2023 - 15:57
Laser cutters can be used to cut and engrave a variety of thin materials. Compact discs, composed of layers of polycarbonate plastic and aluminum metal, were explored for their ability to be shaped with a laser cutter. The laser can successfully cut and engrave the compact discs into the shape of snowflake. However, each disc must first be coated with a material like glue in order to protect the plastic from discoloration and the byproducts from cutting the plastic that can accumulate on the disc surface.