2014 Conference Archive (Archived)
Walking with Technology through General and Organic Chemistry: Reflections from the Journey
Session Format
Presentation Session (45 minutes)
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Location
Room 2904 A
Abstract for the conference program
Chemistry has historically been seen as one of the “gate-keepers” of STEM majors. Both General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry encompass a wide range of topics, learning skills, and spatial thinking. With the increasing use of technology in education, educators have touted computers and mobile devices as the newest “silver bullet” for lagging engagement. This presentation attempts to chronicle our institution’s “journey” through this new territory and report our findings on the efficacy (or lack of) of several technology interventions implemented in General and Organic Chemistry, including mobile clickers, electronic flashcards, mobile app development, and lecture videos. As a nature walk can often have highs and lows, we believe our journey can also be described as such but with meaningful observations along the way that can inform our path direction(s) in the future as we attempt to continue increasing persistence of students in STEM fields. Co-authors: Dave Pursell, Sonal Dekhane, Richard Pennington, Julia Paredes.
Proposal Track
Research Project
Start Date
3-7-2014 1:45 PM
End Date
3-7-2014 2:30 PM
Recommended Citation
Tsoi, Mai Yin, "Walking with Technology through General and Organic Chemistry: Reflections from the Journey" (2014). Interdisciplinary STEM Teaching & Learning Conference (2012-2019) (Archived). 9.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/stem/2014/2014/9
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Walking with Technology through General and Organic Chemistry: Reflections from the Journey
Room 2904 A
Chemistry has historically been seen as one of the “gate-keepers” of STEM majors. Both General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry encompass a wide range of topics, learning skills, and spatial thinking. With the increasing use of technology in education, educators have touted computers and mobile devices as the newest “silver bullet” for lagging engagement. This presentation attempts to chronicle our institution’s “journey” through this new territory and report our findings on the efficacy (or lack of) of several technology interventions implemented in General and Organic Chemistry, including mobile clickers, electronic flashcards, mobile app development, and lecture videos. As a nature walk can often have highs and lows, we believe our journey can also be described as such but with meaningful observations along the way that can inform our path direction(s) in the future as we attempt to continue increasing persistence of students in STEM fields. Co-authors: Dave Pursell, Sonal Dekhane, Richard Pennington, Julia Paredes.
