This paper presents a case study that contributes to the current debate among historians of chemistry concerning the role and influence of pedagogy in science. Recently, Bernadette Bensaude-Vincent and her colleagues concluded that in nineteenth-century France, "textbooks played an important role in discipline building and in creating…

Presents an examination paper based on the British Open University television broadcast entitled "Principles of Organic Synthesis." The test was administered immediately after the presentation of the broadcast to British students who had completed a two-year sequence in organic chemistry. (MLH)

Presents background information, laboratory procedures, classroom materials/activities, and chemistry experiments. Topics include sublimation, electronegativity, electrolysis, experimental aspects of strontianite, halide test, evaluation of present and future computer programs in chemistry, formula building, care of glass/saturated calomel…

Contains contributed suggestions in the teaching of structure and bonding and reaction rates and equilibria in the Nuffield Advanced Chemistry Project. (CP)

Described is the use of filmed sequences in conjunction with multiple choice tests to extend the range of behaviors that can be assessed. The research was completed with students aged 13-14 who had studied Nuffield 0-Level chemistry. (RH)

Learner preferences for teaching methods in Chemistry are reported. (Author)

This unit on hydrocarbons is one of 10 first year units produced by the Independent Learning Project for Advanced Chemistry (ILPAC). The unit is divided into sections dealing with alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, arenes, and several aspects of the petroleum industry. Two experiments, exercises (with answers), and pre- and post-tests are included.…

Suggests two methods of developing the study of the noble gases: first, the discovery of the elements and recent discovery of xenon show the human face of chemistry (historical development); second, the properties of noble gas compounds (particularly xenon) can be used to test the framework of conventional chemistry. (Author/JM)

An investigation into the attitudes of students toward different learning methods based on the use of Semantic Differential Scales is undertaken. (Author/HB)

Describes chemical labeling standards published by the Association for Science Education in Great Britain to guide educators in identifying hazardous chemicals. (MLH)

Discusses the proposed N and F British curriculum in chemistry from the viewpoint of the British universities. (MLH)

Presents the views of the British Chemical Society about the proposed British N and F level curriculum in chemistry. (MLH)

New interpretations of the "chemical revolution" associated with the name of Lavoisier are considered, as is the growth of chemistry as a profession in France, Germany, and Britain. Both biographical and institutional approaches are used to help relate the history of chemistry to other areas. (KR)

Identified are some of the problems experienced by students when learning about organic chemistry reaction mechanisms. Strategies are suggested which may be used by students to facilitate understanding of these mechanisms. (KR)

Discusses the code of the Royal Institute of Chemistry (RIC) in Great Britain concerning laboratory safety; includes sections on hazardous chemicals and techniques, and legal responsibilities. (MLH)