1. Symbolism

2. Laboratory

3. Student-student Interaction-

Labs are usually done in groups and group problem solving is common on campus

4. Quantitative Skills

• Dimensional analysis
• Graphing
• Uncertainty
• Problem-solving

 

 

Evolution: constant change

Che 100: Introductory Chemistry

• Worksheets- limitation of software
• At home labs- learn how science is done
• Online Literacy unit- use Internet to teach evaluation skills
• Heavy reliance on textbook- bypass symbolism issues
• FirstClass-limited student-student interaction
• Oral quizzes

Che 104: Chemistry in Everyday Life (to Summer, 2001)

• WebCT
• Online quizzing/assessment
• Whiteboard (symbolism)
• Bulletin Board
• At home labs- learn how science is done
• "Authentic" simulations and activities
• Portfolio assessment to allow prior knowledge, revision, and student choice.
• Fundamentals to chosen units
• Heavy reliance on textbook- bypass symbolism issues
• Increased reliance on discussions

Che 104: Chemistry in Everyday Life (Summer, 2001-?)

• Constructivist design
• Overall goals, emergent objectives
• Flash lecturettes
• Increased reliance on sources, rather than textbook: Make the web the learning tool instead of limiting student.