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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2008-Jul
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A Model for Incorporating Research into the First-Year Chemistry Curriculum
Ford, James R.; Prudente, Caryn; Newton, Thomas A.
Journal of Chemical Education, v85 n7 p929-933 Jul 2008
The development, implementation, and evaluation of a research-based program of laboratory instruction for first-year chemistry students is described. The new approach engages students in interdisciplinary, chemistry-centered research projects during the second semester of their general chemistry course. (Contains 1 figure and 1 table.)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Science Instruction, Teaching Methods, Program Development, Program Evaluation, Laboratory Experiments, Introductory Courses, Interdisciplinary Approach, Undergraduate Study, Student Research, Research Skills
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Education Level: Higher Education
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