A Guided Inquiry Learning Design for a Large-Scale Chemical Thermodynamics Laboratory Module

Lauri J. Partanen

doi:10.1021/acs.jchemed.2c00387

A Guided Inquiry Learning Design for a Large-Scale Chemical Thermodynamics Laboratory Module

Lauri J. Partanen^*

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Department of Chemistry and Materials Science

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Abstract

In this action research study, I propose a guided inquiry alternative to the traditional physical chemistry laboratory module where the equilibrium constant of acetic acid is determined conductometrically. I complement the guided inquiry structure with a 360° feedback support framework for the preparation and assessment of a laboratory report. The new laboratory module showed great promise, improving both report marks and student experiences. Diligent training of teaching assistants, ample availability of formative feedback, and reservation of sufficient time for the guided inquiry activities were identified as key contributors for the success of the module.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	118–124
Number of pages	7
Journal	Journal of Chemical Education
Volume	100
Issue number	1
Early online date	1 Nov 2022
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.jchemed.2c00387
Publication status	Published - 10 Jan 2023
MoE publication type	A1 Journal article-refereed

Keywords

Conductivity
Discovery Learning
Inquiry-Based
Laboratory Instruction
Physical Chemistry
Second-Year Undergraduate

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