JCE 2008 (85) 645 [May] Field Trips Put Chemistry in Context for Non-Science Majors


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Chemistry for Everyone

Field Trips Put Chemistry in Context for Non-Science Majors

Keith E. Peterman
Department of Physical Sciences, York College of Pennsylvania, York, PA 17405

May 2008
Vol. 85 No. 5
p. 645

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Field trips can provide excellent real-world learning situations for students in non-science major chemistry courses. The field trips described in this article are accessible, most trips can be completed within a scheduled three-hour laboratory time period, and they can be conducted at minimal cost. These field trips significantly enhanced student learning and contributed to an understanding of the interrelationship of chemistry and societal issues. The experiences gained on these field trips help students "weave" chemistry into the fabric of social, political, economic, and ethical issues within their communities.

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Citation	Peterman, Keith E. J. Chem. Educ. 2008, 85, 645.
Keywords	Collaborative / Cooperative Learning; Curriculum; First-Year Undergraduate / General; High School / Introductory Chemistry; Nonmajor Courses
History	Created: Last Updated:	3/25/2008 3/28/2008

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