Chemistry Game Shows

Susan Campbell
Department of Chemistry, Georgetown College, Georgetown, KY 40324
Jennifer Muzyka
Department of Chemistry, Centre College, Danville, KY 40422
J. Chem. Educ., 2002, 79 (4), p 458
DOI: 10.1021/ed079p458
Publication Date (Web): April 1, 2002

Abstract

We present a technological improvement to the use of game shows to help students review for tests. Our approach uses HTML files interpreted with a browser on a computer attached to an LCD projector. The HTML files can be easily modified for use of the game in a variety of courses.

Keywords (Audience):

High School / Introductory Chemistry

Keywords (Pedagogy):

Humor / Puzzles / Games

Keywords (Subject):

Enrichment / Review Materials

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