The general chemistry laboratory curriculum at DeSales University (a small, private, liberal arts college) was overhauled to include the use of the PASCO suite of chemical sensors and software.  A student population of approximately 110 students enroll each semester in these courses which cover 22 laboratory periods.  This transition was implemented to address perceived weakness in student use of electronic instrumentation and modern spreadsheet programs in the analysis of experimental data.  Integration of these methods required the full commitment of the laboratory instructors, laboratory manager, and lecture faculty.  Each party represented a unique part of the process and responded to many challenges throughout the academic year.  At the end course sequence, student perception was polled and further changes were recommended before the completion of a laboratory manual for the following academic year.  The experiences throughout this process have been valuable and provide insight into the challenges and rewards of this type curriculum change.

Integrating PASCO chemistry sensors into the general chemistry laboratory: First year retrospective

Macromolecular Chemistry: The Second Century

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