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Simpson, Scott; Lonie, David C.; Chen, Jiechen; Zurek, Eva – Journal of Chemical Education, 2013
A computational experiment that investigates single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWNTs) has been developed and employed in an upper-level undergraduate physical chemistry laboratory course. Computations were carried out to determine the electronic structure, radial breathing modes, and the influence of the nanotube's diameter on the…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, College Science, Chemistry, Computer Uses in Education
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Linenberger, Kimberly J.; Cole, Renee S.; Sarkar, Somnath – Journal of Chemical Education, 2011
We present a guided-inquiry experiment using Spartan Student Version, ready to be adapted and implemented into a general chemistry laboratory course. The experiment provides students an experience with Spartan Molecular Modeling software while discovering the relationships between the structure and properties of molecules. Topics discussed within…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Undergraduate Students, College Science, Science Instruction
Southern Regional Education Board (SREB), 2012
Research has shown that certain ways of teaching can make a difference in whether students learn standards-based content. Many strategies have proven to be effective in teaching literacy, mathematics, science and social studies. These strategies have facilitated blending academic and career/technical subjects to make learning more meaningful for…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Secondary School Teachers, Middle School Teachers, Reading Instruction