ChemEd X Talks, ChemBasics Talks - Schedule and Recordings
ChemEd X | Thu, 09/08/2022 - 13:00
Check out the schedule for upcoming ChemEd X Talks along with recordings of past events.
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Plastic Beverage Bottles and More as Orbital Models
Dean Campbell | Fri, 06/02/2023 - 07:58
The shapes of plastic bottles can be used to represent orbitals. Using various connectors, a bit of packing tape, and a few other more specialized touches can produce large scale molecular models that feature orbitals, sigma bonds, and pi bonds.
A Demo A Day III: Demonstrations and Props Used in My General Chemistry II Classes
Dean Campbell | Sun, 05/21/2023 - 10:50
Dean Campbell tries to use at least one demo for every class to illustrate concepts described in his chemistry courses. In this post, he includes short descriptions of the demonstrations and props he has used while teaching his collegiate General Chemistry II courses.
Acids & Bases Interactive Notebook
Nora Walsh | Mon, 05/15/2023 - 13:14
Nora Walsh outlines the interactive notebook pages she uses for her unit on Acids and Bases. All of the documents and foldables are available for download.
Lab Prep Tips
Amy Snyder | Thu, 05/11/2023 - 15:13
Experienced chemistry teachers offer tips for setting up labs!
Five Tips for Creating Chemistry Tutorials on YouTube Shorts
Josh Kenney | Tue, 05/09/2023 - 13:10
YouTube Shorts are 60-second vertical aspect ratio videos that are meant for cell phone viewing. Since they are shorter and easier for students to access than traditional YouTube videos, Josh Kenney has started creating more of them for his blended chemistry class. Check out some of his tips for creating effective chemistry tutorials with YouTube Shorts.
Nobel Laureate Crossword Puzzle 1951 - 1960
Thomas Manning | Mon, 05/08/2023 - 07:43
This Nobel Laureate crossword puzzle focuses on prizes awarded between 1951 and 1960. Learn and revisit some historical chemistry, terminology and background on key historical figures in this field. This is our sixth in a series of Nobel Laureate crossword puzzles.
The Self-Carving Pumpkin: It's Not Just for Halloween!
Tom Kuntzleman | Tue, 05/02/2023 - 18:48
Learn the chemistry behind the reaction between calcium carbide and water...melon...?!
The Salting-Out Effect: A Colorful Demonstration That Leads to Student - Teacher Activities
Jim Webb | Wed, 04/26/2023 - 20:53
Have you seen the "salting-out effect"? This interesting demonstration shows a separation of two layers in a solution of water and an organic solvent by adding an ionic salt. Although this concept has important applications in organic chemistry and biochemistry, it can also be visually stunning and engaging for audiences. Read on to learn how to incorporate this demonstration into your chemistry lessons.
ChemEd 2023 - Calling All Chemistry Teachers
ChemEd 2023 will be hosted by Guelph University in Ontario, Canada July 23 - 27, 2023! REGISTRATION is now OPEN! Make your summer plans for professional development now!