Microscale Experiments in Chemistry — The Need of the New Millenium

Kelkar, Shriniwas L.; Dhavale, Dilip D.; Chandzvadkar, Jeevan G.

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“…Furthermore, it was reported that undergraduate students performed microscale experiments with more care and their skills in handling the glass wares were improved after the adoption of this technique in their laboratory (Kelkar & Dhavale, 2018). It is also in line with the Environment Protection Act of 2008 which promotes environmental awareness through integration of environmental education in all school levels.…”

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“…This is employed using significantly reduced amounts of chemicals, miniature labware, and safe and easy manipulative techniques. It is also viewed as an alternative approach to resolve problems connected with practical work because it offers hands-on activities and personal experiences for students (Kelkar & Dhavale, 2018) Chemistry education can take a vital participation in environmental issues, especially through the performance of laboratory experiments because deep understanding can be achieved through actual experiences. Microscale laboratory is suited for such purposes because microscale laboratory is environmentally friendly and can make students be mindful of pollution prevention.…”

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Measuring Students' Learning and Attitude as Exposed to Microscale Laboratory Experiments in Inorganic Chemistry

Urbano¹,

Jesus²,

Dimla³

2022

IJETS

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Microscale chemistry is an approach to conducting chemistry experiments which can help overcome increased concerns about environmental pollution problems as well as rising laboratory costs. It is accomplished by using miniature labware and significantly reduced amounts of chemicals. The main goal of this study was to explore whether the use of microscale chemistry experiments can increase student’s understanding of chemistry concepts and improve attitude towards chemistry practical work. Quasi-experimental design without control group was used to determine from purposively selected class of 40 freshman students of Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSE). The students worked in groups on eight microscale chemistry experiments in a period of 8 weeks. Pre and post-test were administered before and after the treatment. Results revealed that microscale approach significantly improved student chemistry academic performance. Students’ perception of microscale is positive. Findings showed that the microscale approach can increase understanding of chemistry concepts. Keywords: learning, students’ attitude, microscale laboratory

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