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Step Back, Translate, and Extend: An Instructional Framework for Enhancing Knowledge Transfer and Self-Efficacy Across Chemistry Courses
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Daniela Torres; Surya Pulukuri; Binyomin Abrams – Journal of Chemical Education, 2023
Knowledge transfer refers to the (1) recognition of overlap in past learning and new academic goals, (2) recollection of previously learned information, and (3) application of past learning in a new context or discipline. Promoting effective transfer remains a notorious challenge for chemistry educators. To address this need, the step back,…
Descriptors: Knowledge Level, Cognitive Processes, Self Efficacy, Chemistry
Individualized Methods in a Summer Freshman Chemistry Course
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Blizzard, A. C.; And Others – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1973
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Course Evaluation, Course Organization
Jurassic Park as a Teaching Tool in the Chemistry Classroom.
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Jollis, W. Gary, Jr. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1996
Describes how the science fiction novel "Jurassic Park" has been used to provide the focus for summate discussions among gifted high school students participating in a state-sponsored, science-intensive summer program. Discusses adaptations of this approach for use in chemistry classes from the high school to intermediate college level. (JRH)
Descriptors: Chemistry, DNA, Genetics, Gifted
A Chemistry Experience to Enrich High Achievers.
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Farrell, Mark; And Others – Journal of Chemical Education, 1988
Discusses the chemistry component of a five-week summer program for talented high school juniors and seniors at the Pennsylvania Governor's School for the Sciences. Describes the chemistry core, lab component, team projects, and program results. (CW)
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Chemistry, Program Descriptions, Science Curriculum
Project SOAR (Stress on Analytical Reasoning) Instructor's Manual.
Carmichael, J. W., Jr.; And Others – 1981
This manual was developed to provide guidance to individuals working in Project SOAR (Stress on Analytical Reasoning), a pre-freshman summer program for science majors anticipating matriculation at Xavier University of Louisiana. Following an overview of Xavier University and Project SOAR and an outline of general instructions, specific…
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Biology, Chemistry, College Mathematics
A Time of Ferment, a Time of Change.
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Gardner, Marjorie – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
Discusses changes in chemistry education from 1983 to 1988. Describes the past and present situation of chemistry education. Reports on current teacher education programs. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Curriculum Development, Higher Education, Preservice Teacher Education
Stimulating an Interest in Chemistry in Middle School Students.
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Scaife, Charles, W. J. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1986
Describes a two-week concentrated laboratory course in chemistry offered by Union College (New York) for middle school students. Provides the objectives of the course and a listing of experiments done by the students. Promotes the use of experiential approaches rather than lengthy lectures and discussions. (TW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College School Cooperation, Experiential Learning, Grade 6
A Nine-Month Summer Program for Talented and Gifted High School Students.
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Hanson, Richard H.; Watson, Fred H. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1986
Describes a two-week, non-resident course in chemistry offered by the University of Arkansas (Little Rock) for gifted and talented high school seniors. Provides the objectives of the program and brief descriptions of the classes that are held. Discusses the evaluation process and student evaluation results. (TW)
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Chemistry, College School Cooperation, Course Descriptions