ERIC Number: EJ1212308
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2019-Apr
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Introduction to Laboratory Safety for Graduate Students: An Active-Learning Endeavor
Hill, David J.; Williams, Olivia F.; Mizzy, Danianne P.; Triumph, Therese F.; Brennan, Catherine R.; Mason, Dawn C.; Lawrence, David S.
Journal of Chemical Education, v96 n4 p652-659 Apr 2019
A laboratory-safety course has been developed that is designed to introduce first-year graduate students to the array of dangers associated with research in the chemical sciences. We describe the challenges of creating an impactful course that seeks to convey practical laboratory-safety information in a classroom setting for students with a diverse array of interests. In particular, we have found that a flipped-classroom model highlighting case studies creates a concrete experience that actively engages course participants. In addition, the introduction of various pedagogical tools, including active-learning techniques (field trips, role-playing games, and group projects), were triggered in large part by recommendations from the students themselves.
Descriptors: Laboratory Safety, Graduate Students, Active Learning, Introductory Courses, Chemistry, Blended Learning, Field Trips, Role Playing, Educational Games, Cooperative Learning, Student Projects, Science Projects
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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