January 2024 Xchange

Happy New Year!

The January 2024 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 and see what you may have missed. 

A Culturally Relevant Collab with NGSS and Chemistry Nina Hike shares a storyline and lesson that seamlessly integrates NGSS with a culturally relevant storyline, making learning chemistry both engaging and impactful.
	A pH Sensitive Highlighter “Flame” Discover the secrets behind flame-shaped highlighter markings that not only disappear and reappear but also glow and flicker under the influence of acids, bases, and UV lights.
Elemental Coding: A New Twist on a Classic Chemistry Project Use coding for a new twist on a classic element project. See how easy coding can be and consider the applications of coding in your own classroom.
	Colour Changes with Caffeine This initial study outlines the effect on the colour of anthocyanin-containing solutions when mixed with caffeine. Given the diversity of anthocyanin structures available from other vegetables, fruits or flowers, there is great potential for series of open-ended experiments for students in classes or science clubs to investigate.
Nuclear Review Puzzles with the help of AI Nora Walsh found inspiration from Chat GPT to design two puzzle activities related to nuclear decay.
	Nobel Laureate Crossword Puzzle 1981 - 1990 This Nobel Laureate crossword puzzle focuses on prizes awarded between 1981 and 1990. Learn and revisit some historical chemistry, terminology and background on key historical figures in this field. This is our ninth in a series of Nobel Laureate crossword puzzles.
ChemEd X Call for Contributions ChemEd 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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