Day 2.5: ABCC

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While I was gone, students worked on the Assessment of Basic Chemistry Concepts inventory (ABCC). The inventory is a pre-test designed to assess conceptual understanding of general chemistry phenomena. I used the google script "Flubaroo" to grade and email them students their scores. I did not provide a key as I am hopeful that this pre-test will help to cultivate a year that begins with a conceptual flavor and also assist students in identifying any conceptual gaps in their understanding. I plan on administering the ABCC inventory again, at the close of the year, and comparing results.

Day 2: Safety

Safety day! Chemistry Cat helped us do some inquiry around acid dilution followed by the ole HCl on egg over projector to scare kiddos into wearying goggles!

Day 1: Safety

Spent the first day if class playing human sized Jenga and going over safety! Great day and a reminder that starting with team building and foundational behavior is a great first exposure combo.