Ellison M.D., Schoolcraft T.A. (Eds.) Advances in Teaching Physical Chemistry

Amaerican Chemical Society, 2008. — 314 p.
This book brings together the latest perspectives and ideas on teaching modern physical chemistry . It includes perspectives from experienced and well-known physical chemists, a thorough review of the education literature pertaining to physical chemistry, a thorough review of advances in undergraduate laboratory experiments from the past decade, in-depth descriptions of using computers to aid student learning, and innovative ideas for teaching the fundamentals of physical chemistry. This book will provide valuable insight and information to all teachers of physical chemistry.Advances in Teaching Physical Chemistry: Overview
Choosing Content for the Physical Chemistry Course
What to Teach in Physical Chemistry: Is There a Single Answer?
Decisions in the Physical Chemistry Course
Integrating Research and Education to Create a Dynamic Physical Chemistry Curriculum
The Evolution of Physical Chemistry Courses
Philosophy of Physical Chemistry
Philosophy of Chemistry, Reduction, Emergence, and Chemical Education
Teaching Literature Reviews
Teaching and Learning Physical Chemistry: A Review of Educational Research
Laboratory Literature Review
Modern Developments in the Physical Chemistry Laboratory
Problem-Solving Issues in Quantum Mechanics
Existence of a Problem-Solving Mindset among Students Taking Quantum Mechanics and Its Implications
Using Computers to Aid in the Teaching of Physical Chemistry
Physical Chemistry Curriculum: Into the Future with Digital Technology
"Partial Derivatives: Are You Kidding?": Teaching Thermodynamics Using Virtual Substance Chrystal
Molecular-Level Simulations as a Chemistry TeachingTool
Introduction of a Computational Laboratory into the Physical Chemistry Curriculum
American Chemical Society Examinations
The Effects of Physical Chemistry Curriculum Reform on the American Chemical Society DivCHED Physical Chemistry Examinations
Innovative Ways of Teaching
Walking the Tightrope: Teaching the Timeless Fundamentals in the Context of Modern Physical Chemistry
The Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning Approach to Teaching Physical Chemistry
Teaching Physical Chemistry: Let's Teach Kinetics First
Fitting Physical Chemistry into a Crowded Curriculum: A Rigorous One-Semester Physical Chemistry Course with Laboratory
Author Index
Subject Index