<br/>The COVID-19 pandemic forced many schools to convert from conventional learning to virtual learning overnight. In addition to being anxious about the virus, teachers and students struggled with the sudden forced change in the delivery of material. Chemistry is an experimental science, with exceptional weight on a hands-on learning experience. A significant focus in our chemistry department was how to minimize the negative impact of this time and maximize the potential for hands on laboratory experiences. This poster describes the reformed teaching practices of hybrid (virtual + conventional) learning based on the chemistry courses at WSU and included altering the structure of many courses and reformatting teaching/learning methods. Approaches in communication, assessment and after-class learning were also adjusted to better fit the current teaching method.

Experience of virtual + conventional chemistry teaching experience at WSU coping with COVID-19 pandemic

ACS Fall 2021

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