Thermodynamics in Context: A Case Study of Contextualized Teaching for Undergraduates.

Holman, John; Pilling, Gwen

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ERIC Number: EJ717130

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Publication Date: 2004-Mar-1

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Thermodynamics in Context: A Case Study of Contextualized Teaching for Undergraduates

Holman, John; Pilling, Gwen

Journal of Chemical Education, v81 n3 p373-375 Mar 2004

Chemical thermodynamics that is often considered abstract and demanding could be made more accessible by taking a contextualized approach. The trial of a course designed for chemistry majors dealing with gas laws and the first law of thermodynamics in the existing course are illustrated.

Descriptors: Thermodynamics, Science Instruction, Chemistry, Case Studies, Teaching Methods, Undergraduate Study, Majors (Students), Fuels

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Publication Type: Guides - General; Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

Education Level: Higher Education

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Language: English

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