We hope these activities will give you new and exciting ways to teach some of the key concepts presented in typical Chemistry and Environmental Science courses. Each unit has been structured according to a learning cycle model. Provide opportunity to observe and test ideas. Each activity is designed to highlight one, or more, stages of the learning cycle. Cooperative Learning Several activities here incorporate the principle of cooperative learning.
Studies indicate that girls attain higher achievement when taught science in cooperative groups.
The criteria for success are clearly defined and directly communicated to students. The following skills have been identified as central to student success in science learning. Refer to the unit outline to determine which skills are emphasized in each activity. Writing, speaking, creating presentations. These materials have been designed to teach students how to use the computer as a tool for research, graphing, data analysis and presentation of results.