Chemistry (Grad)

This course presents an introduction to fundamen- tal concepts and principles of chemistry. Chemitry content includes chemical bonding, properties, and reactions; atomic and molecular structure; states of matter and solutions; basic thermodynamics and kinetics; acids and bases; and descriptive and quantitative aspects of chemistry appropriate for educators in grades K-8. Mathematical content incorporated includes: study of patterns, functional relationships/graphing, expressions, equations, inequalities, and variables. [ 3 credits ]

Models of teaching and appropriate techniques for instruction of middle school students in chemistry with emphasis on scientific inquiry. Application of teaching-learning theory to chemistry in planning, motivation, instruction, questioning, discussion and assessment. Co-requisite CHM-560.