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Holmes, N. G.; Bonn, D. A. – Physics Teacher, 2015
In a recent report, the American Association of Physics Teachers has developed an updated set of recommendations for curriculum of undergraduate physics labs. This document focuses on six major themes: constructing knowledge, modeling, designing experiments, developing technical and practical laboratory skills, analyzing and visualizing data, and…
Descriptors: Introductory Courses, Physics, Statistical Analysis, Comparative Analysis
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Carvalho-Knighton, Kathleen M.; Keen-Rocha, Linda – Journal of Chemical Education, 2007
The effectiveness of two different laboratory techniques is compared to teach students majoring in science in a general chemistry laboratory. The results demonstrated that student laboratory activities with computer-interface systems could improve student understanding.
Descriptors: Chemistry, Computer Assisted Instruction, College Science, Science Instruction
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Czerwinski, Curtis J.; Cordes, Tanya J.; Franek, Joe – Journal of Chemical Education, 2005
The various equipments, procedure and hazards in constructing the device for inflating a methane balloon using a standard methane outlet in a laboratory are described. This device is fast, safe, inexpensive, and easy to use as compared to a hydrogen gas cylinder for inflating balloons.
Descriptors: Chemistry, Science Laboratories, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Procedures
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Landolt, Robert R. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1982
Presents an experimental comparison of the efficacy of two neutron sources under conditions commonly used in laboratory experiments for demonstrating neutron activation of liquid samples. (Author)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Comparative Analysis, Higher Education