Perspectives on blended learning through the on-line platform, lablessons, for chemistry

Teeba Jihad, Edward Klementowicz, Patrick Gryczka, Chappel Sharrock, MacRae Maxfield, Yongjun Lee, Jin Kim Montclare

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Abstract

The effectiveness of blended learning was evaluated through the integration of an online chemistry platform, LabLessons. Two modules, Formation of Hydrogen and Titration, were designed by college mentors alongside classroom chemistry teachers to engage and allow high school students to better comprehend these scientific topics. The pre-lab modules introduced the students to experiments they were expected to perform in class the following day. The modules consisted of an introduction as well as either a visualization and/or simulation specific to each topic. Students and teachers who utilized LabLessons were surveyed to establish a preliminary research on the use of technology in classrooms. Student and teacher surveys demonstrated LabLessons to be an interactive and helpful tool to improve students' understanding of conceptual ideas.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)34-44
Number of pages11
JournalJournal of Technology and Science Education
Volume8
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - 2018

Keywords

  • Chemistry
  • Classrooms
  • Education
  • High school
  • STEM
  • Technology

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Education

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