What Are You Doing After the AP Chemistry Exam?
Anne Schmidt | Tue, 05/28/2019 - 13:12
A book review project takes shape with the help of ChemTwitter community.
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Taking a Deeper Dive with Paul Andersen
This two-day workshop is designed to prepare teacher leaders to begin the work of facilitating workshops on how to transition to NYSSLS which is the New York State version of NGSS. The goal of the workshop is to bring together teacher leaders and provide them with multiple ideas and resources to share with other educators in their home schools/regions.
Solution to Chemical Mystery #15: The Leaky Cup
Tom Kuntzleman | Mon, 05/27/2019 - 07:03
The solution to Chemical Mystery #15: The Leaky Cup is shown here.
Lewis Dot, VSEPR Shape, Polarity and Intermolecular Forces Activity Sheet
Estelle Lebeau | Thu, 05/23/2019 - 09:00
Determination of Lewis Dot structures and visualization of the shapes of molecules using VSEPR theory is an example of an abstract concept that students often find difficult to learn. I have found it useful to have a single worksheet/packet that my students can add to as we cover Lewis dot structures, resonance, VSEPR shapes, polarity, and intermolecular forces.
A Great Introduction to Stoichiometry
Dustin Williams | Wed, 05/22/2019 - 20:13
This lab is one of my favorite activities to do in my classes and I look forward to it every year. The lab is simple, requires limited supplies, students love it (i.e. high engagement level), and I have found it to really set students up for stoichiometry.
Element of the Month - Sulfur
Stephen Wright | Sat, 05/18/2019 - 18:55
In honor of the International Year of the Periodic Table: A familiarity with the chemistry of some of the elements more commonly encountered in everyday life is a valuable learning experience for all students. Sulfur is the fourth in this series of elements to be discussed as part of the Element of the Month program. #IYPT
Chemical Mystery #15: The Leaky Cup
Tom Kuntzleman | Thu, 05/16/2019 - 08:17
Time for a new chemical mystery! Watch the video below and see if you can use your chemical knowledge to figure out how this experiment is done.
A Target Molarity Lab
Chad Husting | Fri, 05/10/2019 - 15:30
This activity goes beyond having students calculate concentration and dilutions. Students prepare a solution and the instructor can use a simple test to evaluate the result.
DIY Whiteboards for Less Than $2.00/Each.
Josh Kenney | Wed, 05/08/2019 - 15:03
Whiteboards are great learning tools in a science classroom. With these instructions, you can make eight 24-in x 24-in whiteboards for less than $2.00 each! Instructions for simple whiteboard stands are included.
Detection of Nickel Cations in Coins
Andres Tretiakov | Tue, 05/07/2019 - 22:45
It is not known why people develop allergies to nickel and there is no cure. The best course of action to prevent an allergic reaction is to avoid contact with products containing nickel. This article will explain how to make an easy and cheap nickel detection device that will limit or eliminate the risks of exposure to sources of nickel using some interesting classic chemistry.