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Cherif, Abour A.; Adams, Gerald E.; Cannon, Charles E. – American Biology Teacher, 1997
Describes several activities used to teach students from middle school age to college nonmajors about the nature of matter, atoms, molecules and the periodic table. Strategies integrate such approaches as hands-on activities, visualization, writing, demonstrations, role play, and guided inquiry. For example, the periodic table is viewed as a town…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Concept Formation, Constructivism (Learning), Demonstrations (Science)