The April 2025 Xchange highlights just some of the contributions that have recently been published on ChemEd X. We hope you will take a moment to check in to see what you may have missed.
Student Learning vs. Student EarningIn this post, Kevin Morse outlines an easy-to-implement procedure to help students reflect on teacher feedback for improved understanding. |
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A Logical Order of Topics for Honors Chemistry and AP ChemistryIn this post, a veteran AP Chemistry teacher explains his rationale for the course's topic order. By using an empirically driven sequence, students build deep conceptual understanding and rely less on memorization of facts. It’s a must-read for any educator aiming to make chemistry more meaningful—and more memorable—for students. |
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Elevating the Coke and Mentos ExperimentRyan Johnson and I took a trip to the top of Pikes Peak to study the Coke and Mentos experiment. And we had a few surprises along the way... |
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Join Us at ChemEd 2025Join us at ChemEd 2025 this July at the Colorado School of Mines. Check out this post to learn about all the exciting opportunities! |
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Resources for an AP Chemistry Exam ReviewCheck out these curated resources to help you plan for your AP Chemistry Review! |
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Write This Not That on the AP Chemistry ExamAP teacher and exam reader, Nora Walsh, shares tips on how to help your students answer AP Chemistry free-response questions. She provides examples, references, and rationale for her suggestions. |
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ChemEd X Call for ContributionsChemEd X invites practitioners in the chemical education community to share their experiences, knowledge and the resources they use in their classroom and laboratory. |
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