Providing Motivation for the General Chemistry Course through Early Introduction of Current Research Topics.

Holme, Thomas A.

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ERIC Number: EJ503963

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1994

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Providing Motivation for the General Chemistry Course through Early Introduction of Current Research Topics.

Holme, Thomas A.

Journal of Chemical Education, v71 n11 p919-21 Nov 1994

Discusses the implementation of a theory of early introduction of research themes as a method for motivating students to study the fundamentals of chemistry at the University of South Dakota. Notes the cost and benefits of this approach and assesses its immediate impact by virtue of student surveys. (LZ)

Descriptors: Chemistry, Fundamental Concepts, Higher Education, Science Curriculum, Science Education, Science Instruction, Scientific Research, Student Motivation, Undergraduate Study

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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