BJU Chemistry 3rd edition
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BJU Chemistry 4th edition
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Holt Chemistry (2009)
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2019-2020 class: You may use any of these textbooks for this class. The BJU book has a Christian worldview (3rd & 4th editions are virtually identical), and the Holt book is designed for public schools. Both are excellent Chemistry textbooks.
Downloads
| The World's Best Periodic Table - print this now and laminate it or put it in a sleeve, and always bring to class. We will use it at virtually every class session. |
| Lab Report requirements.docx |
Study plan
This course uses several learning modes: "Read it, hear it, see it, write it, discuss it, and do it"! Here are some tips:
This course uses several learning modes: "Read it, hear it, see it, write it, discuss it, and do it"! Here are some tips:
- Skim the reading assignment before class. Underline key words and phrases in your book using a pencil or highlighter. Chemistry has lots of new terms, so skim-read the chapter(s) before class.
- In class, try to ask questions and participate in class discussion. This is a really good way to engage your mind at yet another level.
- During the lecture portion of class, take notes in your spiral notebook. Writing increases your retention.
- During class, we will watch video clips and animations. "Seeing it" is another really good way to learn.
- During the lab, pause to make notes and draw diagrams in your spiral notebook. You will need these notes to do your lab write-up later on... don't just rely on your memory to write your lab report.
- Back at home, do the reading assignment again - this time the terms will be more familiar to you, and you can underline and highlight key concepts and make notes in the margins of your book.
- Finally, watch the lecture video and homework videos before completing your homework assignment.