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Research: Science and Education
Student Active Learning Methods in General Chemistry
Jeffrey Kovac
University of Tennessee, Department of Chemistry, Knoxville, TN 37996-1600

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January 1999
Vol. 76 No. 1
p. 120

Abstract
The use of student active learning methods including ConcepTests, cooperative learning workshops, cooperative take-home exams, and writing assignments in a mainstream general chemistry course is described. The results of detailed student surveys assessing the pedagogical methods are presented and discussed. Student active learning methods appear to produce a better learning environment leading to increased student satisfaction and probably to better academic performance.
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*  Citation
Kovac, Jeffrey D. J. Chem. Educ. 1999 76 120.
*  Keywords
Introductory / High School Chemistry; Curriculum; Writing in Chemistry; Problem-Based Learning; Teaching/Learning Theory/Practice
*  History
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June 15, 1999
June 22, 2005
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