Chemistry: An Atoms First Approach

Аннотация

Conceptual learning and problem solving have been fundamental to our approach in Chemistry through eight successful editions. Our philosophy is to help students learn to think like a chemist so they can apply the process of problem solving to all aspects of their lives. In Chemistry: An Atoms First Approach, we have reexamined the now traditional order of topics in Chemistry and have adopted an approach that begins with the atom and proceeds from there through the concepts of molecules, structure, and bonding, to more complex materials and their properties. Because this approach differs from what students have typically experienced in their high school course, it should encourage the student to focus on conceptual learning early in the course, rather than rely on memorization and a “plug and chug” method of problem solving that even the best students can fall back on when confronted with familiar material. The Atoms First organization provides an excellent opportunity for students to utilize the tools of critical thinkers: to ask questions, to apply rules and models and to evaluate outcomes.