The Heat Is on: An Inquiry-Based Investigation for Specific Heat

Autor/in	Herrington, Deborah G.
Titel	The Heat Is on: An Inquiry-Based Investigation for Specific Heat
Quelle	In: Journal of Chemical Education, 88 (2011) 11, S.1558-1561 (4 Seiten)Infoseite zur Zeitschrift PDF als Volltext Verfügbarkeit
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz
ISSN	0021-9584
DOI	10.1021/ed200109j
Schlagwörter	Definitions; Chemistry; Heat; Science Laboratories; Learning Processes; Science Teachers; Equations (Mathematics); Teaching Methods; Inquiry; Science Instruction; Scientific Concepts; Science Experiments; College Science; Secondary School Science + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Begriffsbestimmung; Chemie; Hitze; Learning process; Lernprozess; Science; Teacher; Teachers; Science teacher; Wissenschaft; Lehrer; Lehrerin; Lehrende; Equations; Mathematics; Gleichungslehre; Teaching method; Lehrmethode; Unterrichtsmethode; Teaching of science; Science education; Natural sciences Lessons; Naturwissenschaftlicher Unterricht
Abstract	A substantial number of upper-level science students and practicing physical science teachers demonstrate confusion about thermal equilibrium, heat transfer, heat capacity, and specific heat capacity. The traditional method of instruction, which involves learning the related definitions and equations, using equations to solve heat transfer problems, and using equations to determine the heat capacity of a metal in a laboratory setting, contributes to this confusion. A simple modification of a traditional high school or introductory college chemistry heat capacity laboratory is described. Based on the learning cycle, rather than a verification of the concept of heat capacity, this experiment is designed to introduce students to the concept of heat capacity and to encourage them to make connections to their personal experiences before being provided with definitions and mathematical equations. Rationale for this modification along with a description of the experiment including pre- and postlab student questions, student instructions, sample student data, and teacher facilitation suggestions are provided. (Contains 1 table.) (As Provided).
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Update	2017/4/10