Teacher's+Resource

Curriculum Expectations
D2.8 - Student will plan and conduct an inquiry to determine how various factors affect the rate of a chemical reaction

Required Resources

 * computers
 * alka-seltzer tab
 * stop watch
 * small hammer (to crush the tabs)
 * water
 * ice
 * hot plate (4)
 * thermometer (4)
 * Lab handout (24) [[file:Rate of Dissolution Lab.pdf]]

Pedagogical Approach

 * Inquiry - based learning
 * students will be practicing problem solving and critical thinking skills
 * this activity is student centered and student directed
 * teacher will guide students into activity by modeling what to do (example at the front)
 * teacher is not lecturing at the front
 * teacher will be circulating the class, assisting students when necessary