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Creating a Research-Rich Chemistry Curriculum with an Integrated, Upper-Level Undergraduate Laboratory Program

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Liz U. Gron , David A. Hales and M. Warfield Teague

Department of Chemistry, Hendrix College, Conway, AR 72032-4115

J. Chem. Educ., 2007, 84 (8), p 1343

DOI: 10.1021/ed084p1343

Publication Date (Web): August 1, 2007

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History, Education, and Documentation

Abstract

An integrated program for upper-level chemistry majors has been developed at Hendrix College as a bridge between teaching laboratories and faculty-directed student research experiences. Advanced Techniques in Experimental Chemistry combines the traditional laboratories of Physical Chemistry I and II, Advanced Inorganic Chemistry, and Advanced Analytical Chemistry into an integrated, task-oriented, and research-rich experience. The students engage in experiment design, synthesis, characterization, data assessment, and reporting the results. The year-long experience culminates in a six-week practicum known as the Individual Research Initiative.

Keywords (Audience):

Upper-Division Undergraduate

Keywords (Domain):

Analytical Chemistry

Keywords (Pedagogy):

Collaborative / Cooperative Learning

Keywords (Subject):

Crystal Field / Ligand Field Theory

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