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Event Title New England Association Chemistry Teachers Summer Conference 
Location: Fitchburg State College- Fitchburg, MA 
Date(s):  8/9/2010 - 8/12/2010 
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Workshop: A Natural Approach to Chemistry/ Electrochemical Cells and the Battery /One in a Million

In this workshop we will explore how to teach core chemistry concepts using a new chemistry program, A Natural Approach to Chemistry. A Natural Approach to Chemistry is an integrated program that uses hands-on activities and laboratory investigation as the central focus. This workshop will use inquiry based laboratory investigations that teach the relationship between electrons, electricity, and chemistry. How do chemicals store energy? Each group will investigate the various parts of the lemon battery and the galvanic cell, then we will discuss the related chemical reactions, and how batteries obtain energy from chemicals.  
Date/Time: 8/9/2010 3:30-5:00 
Location: Condike Science  
   
Contact Name: Ruth Ann McDougall 
Contact Phone: 978-409-2007 
Contact Email: rmcdougall@lab-aids.com 

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The beauty of the SALI program is that it allows the instructor to teach relevant life science content, and at the same time, develops science process skills as well, and in a logical and developmentally-appropriate sequence. Another distinct advantage of the program is that it focuses on issues and tradeoffs, facilitating some really meaningful and engaging discussions revolving around bioethics. In the past, I feared appearing "preachy" about the issues that concern me, but now the discussions flow freely and objectively as an extension of the course. Finally, I find that I am able to modify lessons to meet the specific abilities and interests of my school's demography. Some lessons work better than others, and I can occasionally come up with suggested improvements, but my doubts that a single curriculum existed which could adequately meet the needs of my students have been erased.

Martin Byhower, Teacher
Palos Verdes, California