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JCE ChemEd Xchange provides a place for sharing information and opinions. Currently, articles, blogs and reading lists from ChemEd X contributors are listed below. We plan to include other items that the community wishes to share through their contributions to ChemEd X.

The Power of Interactive Notebooks in a Sophomore Chemistry Class

Hannah Korslund | Mon, 01/15/2024 - 12:43

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The author shares how using interactive notebooks has supported her chemistry students.

Personalizing Resources

Nora Walsh | Fri, 01/05/2024 - 10:35

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Nora Walsh highlights activities found on ChemEd X and how she worked them into her own curriculum teaching Lewis structure concepts.

Colour Changes with Caffeine

Iain Smellie | Thu, 12/14/2023 - 13:46

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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.

Elemental Coding: A New Twist on a Classic Chemistry Project

Jessica Pittarese | Wed, 12/13/2023 - 12:30

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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.

A pH Sensitive Highlighter “Flame”

Dean Campbell | Mon, 12/11/2023 - 10:06

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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.

Nuclear Review Puzzles with the help of AI

Nora Walsh | Mon, 12/04/2023 - 12:47

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Nora Walsh found inspiration from Chat GPT to design two puzzle activities related to nuclear decay.

Nobel Laureate Crossword Puzzle 1981 - 1990

Thomas Manning | Mon, 12/04/2023 - 09:03

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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.