Students often view science as a mechanical endeavor that--unlike art, music, and literature--involves little imagination or creativity. This is partly due to the inability of scientists to communicate in accessible language the creative nature of scientific discovery and the tradition in science education of minimizing the role of the individual. This paper describes a project that helps students appreciate the creative side of science by using scientists and scientific theories as the basis for creative writing assignments.
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Alber, Mark. J. Chem. Educ.2001 78 478.
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History / Philosophy; Introductory / High School Chemistry; Writing in Chemistry
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