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Chemistry and Song: A Novel Way To Educate and Entertain
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In this article, a novel way of teaching chemistry is presented that uses contemporary music and chemical lyrics to educate. The aim of this technique is not to replace the lecture, but to combine the values of music (entertainment) and of chemical lyrics (education) to summarize and consolidate information. The musical aspect of this approach has the added bonus of increasing both attendance and attention in class. Examples of songs sung in this manner are presented.
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- Received: August 03, 2009
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