Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Luke C. O. Prestowitz, Jonathan D. Emery, Jiaxing Huang
Summary: The Polysketch pen is a modified ballpoint pen that can be safely synthesized by high school and undergraduate students in a laboratory setting. It allows students to create circuits, sensors, and potentially other optoelectronic devices, while exposing them to nanomaterial synthesis, chemical/material purification, and conductive polymer concepts. Additionally, students have the opportunity to explore processing-structure-properties-performance relationships while optimizing ink formulation.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Brendan F. Abrahams, Christopher J. Commons, Renee E. Hill, Timothy A. Hudson, John J. Jackowski, Neale L. Peters, Emily E. Rochette, Robin Sanchez Arlt, Catherine Walkear
Summary: This article introduces a program that introduces high school students in Melbourne, Australia to X-ray crystallography in the context of chemistry research. The program allows students to conduct original experiments, perform reactions, and attempt to grow crystals of reaction products. The success of the program is evident from student feedback and scientific outcomes, with previously unknown compounds synthesized and their structures determined. The program has also resulted in the publication of two reports with students listed as coauthors, making it of interest to science educators designing outreach activities for high school students.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rebecca A. Hunter, Michelle L. Kovarik
Summary: Students develop process skills through repeated practice of data interpretation, problem solving, and critical thinking. Assignments based on data excerpted from articles provide more frequent practice opportunities for students.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Johanna M. Tigert, Christine Montecillo Leider
Summary: Research advocates for more focus on the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse students in English-dominant countries, beyond just the core content areas. The article discusses the importance of preparing all teachers to support CLD students, using culturally and linguistically responsive pedagogy framework for art teacher competence, and suggests policy and practice recommendations for pre- and in-service art teacher education.
Article
Sociology
Anna Uboldi
Summary: This study examines how privileged young people engage in artistic fields and the connection between arts and educational paths. It specifically focuses on secondary art schools in Italy and investigates the educational experiences of privileged students. The analysis reveals the presence of academically negligent but ambitious individuals who internalize neoliberal and entrepreneurial ideas, and emphasizes the role of cultural capital and meritocracy in shaping social divisions.
CULTURAL SOCIOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Edwin Byusa, Edwige Kampire, Adrian Rwekaza Mwesigye
Summary: Over the past decade, there has been a shift from teacher-centered to learner-centered approach in chemistry education research. Game-based learning has emerged as a beneficial instructional approach, as it emphasizes hands-on and minds-on activities in chemistry classrooms. However, there is a scarcity of review studies in chemistry education research that document the implementation and impact of educational games on student motivation and understanding of chemistry concepts.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Enrique J. Clavijo-Bernal, Rosario Sanchez, Monica Villoslada-Valbuena, Cristina DeAndres-Gil, Rafael Garces, Enrique Martinez-Force, Joaquin J. Salas, Monica Venegas-Caleron
Summary: The high consumption of processed foods, particularly among teenagers, has negative effects on human health, as these foods are typically high in unhealthy fats such as saturated and trans fatty acids. These fats can increase the risk of developing health conditions like heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and obesity. However, it is important to recognize that not all fats are harmful, and a diet rich in healthy fats like monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats provides important benefits to human health. Therefore, it is essential to read food labels and choose healthier alternatives to processed foods.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kerri A. Pratt, Danielle N. Maxwell, Jeffrey L. Spencer, Ethan A. Teich, Madeline Cooke, Braeden Fromwiller, Nathan Peterson, Linda Nicholas-Figueroa, Ginger V. Shultz
Summary: Reading and understanding scientific literature is crucial for scientists, but the technical language and structure of articles can make it difficult for students to understand. This study developed a guided-inquiry activity based on a research article on snow chemistry, using adapted figures and questions to help students engage with the material. Results from interviews suggest that students learn about snow chemistry and gain scientific skills through this activity, and it can be applied in other science courses.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sahil Sood, Sean Fang, Alexander Chengyu Wang, Thomas Luong, Justin Keonhyoung Kim, Arkajyoti Sinha, John Jerome, Miriam H. Rafailovich
Summary: This study investigates a method to educate high school students about standard chemical laboratory practices, bridging the safety risks associated with university chemistry laboratory settings. The results suggest that the experience not only taught students about material science concepts but also improved their laboratory logic.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chikaodili E. Chukwuneke, Joshua O. Madu, Bolade O. Agboola
Summary: Students were trained on analyzing crude oil samples for ash and trace metal content, acquiring skills necessary as quality control analysts. The discussion of results enabled them to suggest improvements in sampling methods and instrumental analysis precision.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Amber J. Dood, Field M. Watts
Summary: Solving problems in organic chemistry often requires considering reaction mechanisms, but students face challenges in doing so. This article provides a scoping review of research on students' problem solving with organic reaction mechanisms, focusing on key themes and the development of problem solving skills throughout undergraduate and graduate school. It also discusses the use of authentic problem types to support students' learning.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Lara K. Goudsouzian, Jeremy L. Hsu
Summary: Teaching undergraduate students to read primary scientific literature is important for STEM classes, and there are various approaches and interventions published on this topic. These approaches differ in instructional methods, target student demographic, required class time, and level of assessment. This Essay compiles these approaches in an accessible manner using a framework, and provides a brief review of the literature. Recommendations for instructors and researchers on future areas of investigation are also provided.
CBE-LIFE SCIENCES EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Yanhong Jing
Summary: This paper establishes a model for the literary and artistic carrier of the political as well as ideological education of college students using the backpropagation neural network (BPNN) structure. The current status of the literary and artistic carrier of political and ideological education among college students is studied. By implementing the BP neural network, the dynamics of contemporary college students' ideological differences can be analyzed.
MOBILE INFORMATION SYSTEMS
(2022)
Article
Education, Special
Hiba Hassan Kadem, Susan Duraid Ahmed Zankana
Summary: The current research aims to identify the effect of the study hand-on strategy on the achievement of the chemistry subject at the first grade students in the government day schools. The study found that there was a statistically significant difference between the mean achievement scores of the experimental group (students studying according to the study hand-on strategy) and the control group (students studying according to the usual method), favoring the experimental group.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Proceedings Paper
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Sofia Laura Costa, Cecilia Costa, Fernando Martins, J. Bernardino Lopes
Summary: Curricular articulation plays a crucial role in fostering students' skill development, particularly in primary school. Digital resources should be utilized as epistemic tools to enhance learning in the classroom. This paper provides a systematic review on the use of Instrumental Orchestration and curriculum articulation, emphasizing the need for further research and investment in this area.
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION IN LEARNING, TEACHING AND EDUCATION, TECH-EDU 2022
(2022)
