Chemistry on Camera: Integrating technology into the science laboratory

Journal Article | March 2001

Identifying useful, effective, and feasible methods of integrating technology into science classrooms is very important and can be challenging. With this in mind, this article features a relevant, innovative lab…

Creating a Student-Centered Physical Chemistry Class

Journal Article | September 2000

Using guided reading materials in an upper-division college chemistry course, students assumed more responsibility for their learning. This paper describes the guided reading materials and explains how the authors…

Science Sampler: Chemistry in action—Triple delight

Journal Article | September 2009

Melt away the winter blues with this series of chemistry investigations. Here the author describes how she capitalizes on students’ love for snow days, bubble gum, and ice cream to reinforce what they have learned about…

Using Easy-Bake Ovens to Teach Chemistry

Journal Article | January 2004

After participating in an internship at the American Institute of Baking, the author developed an innovative way for students to explore basic chemistry concepts through bakery science. An Easy-Bake Oven is a quick and…

Forensics in Chemistry: The Case of Kirsten K. (e-book)

eBook | March 2012

Forensics seems to have the unique ability to maintain student interest and promote content learning…. I still have students approach me from past years and ask about the forensics case and specific characters from the…

Personal Care Chemistry as a Bridge to Careers in Science and Technology

Journal Article | November 2006

This activity in personal care chemistry seeks to provide middle school girls with an opportunity to learn firsthand about science and engineering technology. The activities--the preparation of lip balm and hand lotion…