All Applying scientific method articles – Page 4
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IdeasDebate in the chemistry class
Cross-disciplinary discussion supports critical thinking and reasoning skills
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IdeasDeveloping independent learning
Supporting students with extended project qualifications needn’t be onerous
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IdeasEnabling students to learn from practical work
Design your practical course for deeper student understanding
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FeatureNot ‘clever enough’ to be a scientist? Nonsense.
It’s time we stopped equating science with braininess
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ResourceProblem solving tutor
Use this online interactive tutorial to teach three different methods for solving problems in quantitative chemistry. Video: How to use the problem solving tutor
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ResourceHow to publish your research
Learn how to create a high quality article that will be a valuable addition to the scientific record. Use these Royal Society of Chemistry guidelines as an addition to academic writing sessions to give a quick overview of the publishing process. This guide is part of a collection of resources ...
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NewsPoor literacy skills hold disadvantaged students back in science
Reading skills are crucial for closing the attainment gap according to a new report
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FeatureCutting edge science in a school laboratory
After ten years, many experiments and cohorts of new students, Catherine Smith shares her experience completing a multistep synthesis with her science club
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ResourceOPAL - Open Air Laboratories citizen science
Taking part in OPAL, by Imperial College London you’ll discover more about climate science, the important issues we face, and what action to take.
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ResourceHand warmers
Use these student activities and teacher guide to investigate reusable and disposable hand warmers. You will compare reusable variants made with sodium acetate vs disposable handwarmers. You can also try making your own hand warmers. These activities may work well as a project on class topics like ‘winter’ or ‘body ...
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ResourceRecycling the undesired enantiomer of Naproxen
This context/problem-based learning (C/PBL) resource is part of a collection we have commissioned for you to use with your undergraduate students. This 5 credit module is based on the following scenario:Your students work for a company that produces (S)-naproxen, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), via a racemic method. Whilst (S)-naproxen ...
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ResourceChemistry and food security
This context/problem-based learning (C/PBL) resource is part of a collection we have commissioned for you to use with your undergraduate students. This 5 credit module is based on the following scenario:This resource will give your students an introduction to food safety and DNA analysis. It is based on DNA and ...
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ReviewInquiry-based learning for multidisciplinary programs: a conceptual and practical resource for educators
Integrating IBL into the curricula
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FeatureLayer by layer
Andrew Turley investigates a build-it-yourself 3D printer you can use in your classroom