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Enhancing the Curriculum through Computer Simulation and Excel Data Management
Carolyn Rulli Chem 502 – Information Technology May, 2004
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Research Question How can available technology be used to enhance the learning in my Chemistry classes?
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Subjects 55 Honors Chemistry students 35 students were simultaneously enrolled in Computer Applications Course. Excel graphing is taught in the 3rd marking period of Computer Applications.
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Method - Technology Survey
Initial Technology Survey indicated that 5 out of 55 students used computer graphing for school projects.
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Method – Graphing Skills Assessment
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Method – Lab Simulation
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Technology Computer on Wheels (COW)
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Method - Excel Data Management
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Method – Excel Data Management
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Method – Cooling Curves
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Results All students successfully completed both lab reports. Students coached their peers. All students were actively engaged in the lesson.
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Curriculum changes for next year:
Introduction of Excel in the Computer Applications Course in early fall. Coordinated Chemistry and Computer Applications project. Use of Excel throughout the Chemistry curriculum.
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