Chemistry (Course 1 of 4) An Inquiry-Based Approach
- Basic Algebra skills and a desire to learn the central science called Chemistry
This curriculum covers the following topics through a series of courses with learner-centered, inquiry-based, and teacher-supported activities that use models, investigative questioning, and mathematical relationships to help you discover the wonderful world of Chemistry. It is a unique, fun, and effective way to learn. No textbook required. The activities guide you to learn the concepts and the teacher instruction will complement and support the discovery process. The activities are used with permission from the POGIL Project.Topics:Course 1 (This Course) (free):
- Introduction to ChemistryFundamentals of Experimental DesignOrganizing DataSignificant Digits and MeasurementSignificant ZerosClassification of Matter
Course 2 (A Separate Course) ($49):
- Atomic and Electron StructureIsotopesIonsAverage Atomic MassCoulombic AttractionElectron Energy and LightElectron Configurations
- Periodic TableCracking the Periodic Table CodePeriodic Trends
- Ionic and Molecular CompoundsNaming Ionic CompoundsPolyatomic IonsNaming Molecular CompoundsNaming AcidsMolecular Geometry
Course 3 (A Separate Course) ($49):
- Chemical Reactions and StoichiometryTypes of Chemical ReactionsRelative Mass and MoleMole RatiosLimiting and Excess Reactants
- Properties of GasesGas Variables
- Solubility and SolutionsSaturated and Unsaturated SolutionsSolubilityMolarity
Course 4 (A Separate Course) ($49):
- ThermochemistryCalorimetryBond Energy
- Equilibrium in ReactionsEquilibrium
- Acids and BasesAcids and Bases IntroductionStrong versus Weak AcidsCalculating pH
- Oxidation and ReductionOxidation and Reduction ReactionsThe Activity SeriesBatteries
- Those interested in discovering the world of Chemistry through an investigative approach.