Critical thinking exercises encourage thoughtful analysis and synthesis of concepts. In-depth visual explorations, demonstrations and animation with interactive videodiscs and software simulation help students make relevant connections of chemistry to daily life. The optional use of a graphics calculator which is part of our math program is incorporated. Chemistry content is integrated with other sciences and disciplines. Various activities are used to assess student understanding of the section content.
Students learn basic chemical processes and principles as they explore issues and solve problems.
Students are learning traditional chemistry in ways that promote meaning and understanding by making connections to their lives and the real world. The text integrates experiential learning, provides necessary information, hands-on activities and experiments. This class is for high achievers who want the challenge of a college level course. Completion of high school chemistry is helpful, however, first year chemistry students with good work habits are successful. Compared with regular high school chemistry, AP chemistry will be more demanding-and more rewarding.