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Chemistry 201 -Moles to Chemical Equations (2 of 7) [Science]

Science, Chemistry: (Part 2 of 7) In this class, students will gain a basic understanding of the "mole" as well as the types of chemical reactions and how to balance equations.
Dr. Jim Gifford, PhD - Chemistry, Physics, Science
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7 pre-recorded lessons
5 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Homework
1 hour per week. Each week a 1-2 page sheet of practice problems will be given for students to reinforce what they are learning in the class.

Class Experience

US Grade 7 - 12
Oxygen and Magnesium together?  OMg!!

This class is designed to provide an introduction to a vital chemistry concept, the "mole".  Many topics will be covered over this 5 week class that will give the student a basic understanding of the types of chemical reactions and how to balance them.  Students will have the opportunity to practice what they learn each week.  

Week 1: Review of the Periodic Table and the Mole
-> Video: Periodic Table Review
-> Video: The Mole
-> Fill in the blank note sheets for each video
-> Practice problems

Week 2: Formula Mass and Unit Conversions
-> Video: How to determine the weight of a chemical compound
-> Video: Easy Technique for Unit Conversion
-> Fill in the blank note sheets for each video
-> Practice problems

Week 3: Balancing Chemical Formulas
-> Video: Balancing Simple Chemical Formulas
-> Fill in the blank note sheets for the video
-> Practice problems

Week 4: Classifying Chemical Reactions
-> Video: The Types of Chemical Reactions
-> Fill in the blank note sheets for the video
-> Practice problems

Week 5: Balancing Chemical Equations
-> Video: How to Balance Chemical Reactions
-> Fill in the blank note sheets for the video
-> Practice problems

This is a flexible schedule course, meaning that there are no live meetings. Each week, new videos, notes pages, and practice problems will be posted to the classroom. The student should upload their completed practice problems to the classroom (either scanned or picture taken) for feedback from the teacher.   There will be a discussion thread where students can ask for help from the class and the teacher.  To get the most out of this course, the teacher will provide notes pages with blanks for the students to fill in as they watch the videos.  Students are expected to complete the practice problems each week as the material builds upon itself weekly.
 
The teacher is always be available via message (either in the classroom discussion or private message) and will typically reply within 12 hours, but never more than 24 hours unless extenuating circumstances.
Learning Goals
Students will have an understanding of the "mole".
Students will also be able to identify the different types of chemical reactions.
Students will be able to balance simple chemical reactions
learning goal

Syllabus

7 Lessons
over 5 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Welcome!
Lesson 2:
The Mole
 Learn about the mole (not the animal) 
Lesson 3:
Formula Mass & Unit Conversions
 Learn how to calculate the mass of a chemical compound and how to do unit conversions in a simple way 
Lesson 4:
Balancing Chemical Formulas
 Learn how to balance ionic compounds 

Other Details

Supply List
Students will need a calculator capable of scientific notation. A TI-30 series calculator is great (no graphing capabilities needed). Even the calculator on a cell phone will work. Notes pages for each lesson and practice problems will be provided by the teacher.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Doctoral Degree in Engineering (General) from North Carolina State University
Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from United States Military Academy
I have taught chemistry and chemical engineering at the college level, and have been teaching science to home school elementary, middle and high school students for 10 years.  I know how to present science in a fun way to boost students interest in the subject. 

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