Presentation Title
Updating Chemistry Demos using Next Generation Science Standards
Abstract
Chemistry demonstrations have been a staple of science outreach for decades. While these demonstrations are certainly eye-popping and exciting to watch, they often convey very little in the way of actual science learning. In fact, most chemistry demos have even intentionally avoiding actually trying to teach the audience science. However, more and more grants are requiring science outreach as a component of the research. Updating these classic demos to better align with science teaching standards provides science professionals with better ways to present these demos, without sacrificing the fun.
Primary Faculty Mentor Name
Rory Waterman
Faculty/Staff Collaborators
Leon Wall (Collaborating Mentor)
Status
Graduate
Student College
Graduate College
Program/Major
Chemistry
Primary Research Category
Engineering & Physical Sciences
Updating Chemistry Demos using Next Generation Science Standards
Chemistry demonstrations have been a staple of science outreach for decades. While these demonstrations are certainly eye-popping and exciting to watch, they often convey very little in the way of actual science learning. In fact, most chemistry demos have even intentionally avoiding actually trying to teach the audience science. However, more and more grants are requiring science outreach as a component of the research. Updating these classic demos to better align with science teaching standards provides science professionals with better ways to present these demos, without sacrificing the fun.