Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) professionals are in demand to meet
the current challenges within our society. STEM outreach plays a critical role in promoting …

Polymer demonstrations have become increasingly important within science, technology,
engineering, and math education curricula. These demonstrations not only afford the …

Conducting qualitative research in any discipline warrants two actions: accessing
participants and eliciting their ideas. In chemistry education research, survey techniques …

The possibility of conducting laboratory experiments at home without using commercially
available kits, which might also be overly expensive, seems to be a suitable approach for a …

The inquiry-based approach is a teaching strategy that facilitates students learning scientific
concepts and about the nature of chemistry through experimental research, allowing them to …

To response the calls of reducing single-use plastic consumption, scientists are increasingly
interested in exploring alternatives to plastic for making drinking straws. Many commercial …

Chemical safety education is a critical aspect of an integrated culture of safety in academic
research settings. Showcasing best practices and sharing practical solutions for recognizing …

Little scholarly investigation of chemistry outreach carried out by undergraduate students in
schools and communities has occurred despite widespread practice and monetary …

Reported herein is the design, implementation, and evaluation of a full-day outreach
program for high school girls that focuses entirely on sugar-related activities. The program …

We describe the implementation and outcomes of an outreach program that spanned three
class periods for high school students in Advanced Placement Environmental Science or …