CHED 1678 |
| In our experience, non-science majors are genuinely interested in learning chemistry that connects both to their own majors (and lives) and to larger global issues. The latter is the focus of this paper. Chemistry in Context, a project of the American Chemical Society, helps students connect what they are learning to several different global issues. This paper will consider two of these: the chemistry of global warming and the role of nuclear energy in meeting global energy needs. We will discuss chapter design, the role of activities, and support for student learning through effective graphics and web-based interactive activities. The Chemistry in Context approach, now maintained through 6 editions, is designed not only to improve student learning, but also to better prepare non-science major students to become well-informed citizens. |
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Building Connections to Non-Major's Chemistry
8:30 AM-11:35 AM, Wednesday, March 28, 2007 McCormick Place North -- Room N230A, Level 2, Oral
Division of Chemical Education |