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Reviewing the Periodic Table Using Mystery Puzzles
// Sunday, October 14, 2018 • Gloria Gajewicz
Last year, I wanted to create a fun way to review Periodic Table concepts with my students instead of using the same review worksheet I had students complete in the past. I personally enjoy Escape the Classroom activities, but I could not find one that fit with my Chemistry class content.
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ACS-Hach Professional Development Grant
// Wednesday, October 10, 2018 • Deanna Cullen
The American Chemical Society (ACS) will be accepting applications for the 2018-2019 ACS-Hach Professional Development Grant starting October 15. The grant supports high school chemistry teachers as they identify and pursue opportunities that can advance their professional development and enhance the teaching and learning of chemistry in the classroom.  Teachers can request up to $1,500 to fund their professional development needs such as: 
Diane's Mole Podcast
I Hate Cheating
// Wednesday, October 3, 2018 • Holly Kerby
Diane Bunce presented a story titled "I Hate Cheating" during The Mole Storytelling Jam held as part of BCCE 2018. Diane is Professor Emerita Chemistry Education at The Catholic University of America in Washington. Enjoy listening to her story!
Lyniesha's Mole Podcast
The Mole: They're Just a Little Bit Taller
// Wednesday, October 3, 2018 • Maria Gallardo-Williams
Lyniesha Wright presented a story titled "They're Just a Little Bit Taller" during The Mole Storytelling Jam held as part of BCCE 2018. Lyniesha is a graduate teaching assistant at North Carolina State University in North Carolina. Enjoy listening to her story.
Ryan's Mole Podcast
The Mole: The Long and Winding Road to Chemistry Ed
// Wednesday, October 3, 2018 • Maria Gallardo-Williams
Ryan Johnson presented a story titled "The Long and Winding Road to Chemistry Ed" during The Mole Storytelling Jam held as part of BCCE 2018. Ryan teaches chemistry at Doherty High School in Colorado. Enjoy listening to his story!
Zena's Mole Story
The Mole: Too Many Lab Rules
// Wednesday, October 3, 2018 • Holly Kerby
  Zena McFadden presented a story titled "Too Many Lab Rules" during The Mole Storytelling Jam held as part of BCCE 2018. Zena teaches chemistry at North Boone High School in Illinois. Enjoy listening to her story!
Kristen's Mole Story Podcast
The Mole: Finding Your Niche
// Wednesday, October 3, 2018 • Holly Kerby
Kristen Drury presented a story titled "Finding Your Niche" during The Mole Storytelling Jam held as part of BCCE 2018. Kristen teaches chemistry at William Floyd High School in New York. Enjoy listening to her story!