Journal article
Inquiry-Based Laboratories Using Paper Microfluidic Devices
Journal of chemical education, Vol.98(6), pp.1946-1953
06/08/2021
DOI: 10.1021/acs.jchemed.1c00214
Abstract
The Making Introductory Courses Real while Online (MICRO) laboratory project was developed to meet the need for hands-on experiments, focused on topics in analytical chemistry, to be delivered safely remotely or in a socially distanced in-person lab. Unlike more traditional lab experiments, MICRO laboratories use only microgram or nanogram amounts of chemicals; paper microfluidic technology is used to store and mix reactants. Instructional materials use an inquiry-based approach and are situated in a context that highlights the human impacts of the scientific analysis. To support broader-scale implementation of the experiments and promote a shift to more inquiry-based laboratory instruction, an array of supports were developed, including adaptable instructional materials, instructional videos for lab preparation, resource guides, and an introductory workshop. A cohort of nine institutions implemented MICRO laboratories both remotely and in person during Fall 2020. Students were able to successfully complete the experiments, and the inquiry nature of the laboratories led to an increased comfort with the trial-and-error nature of authentic scientific practice. Additionally, most faculty participants indicated a commitment to an increased degree of inquiry in their laboratory pedagogy.
Details
- Title: Subtitle
- Inquiry-Based Laboratories Using Paper Microfluidic Devices
- Creators
- Rachel M Roller - Department of Chemistry and BiochemistrySaichon Sumantakul - Department of ChemistryMichelle Tran - Department of ChemistryAndrea Van Wyk - Department of ChemistryJessica Zinna - Department of Chemistry and BiochemistryDestiny A Donelson - Chemistry DepartmentSarah G Finnegan - Chemistry DepartmentGregory Foley - Chemistry DepartmentOlivia R Frechette - Chemistry DepartmentJessica Gaetgens - Chemistry DepartmentJiani Jiang - Department of ChemistryKatheryn C Rinaolo - Chemistry DepartmentRenée S Cole - Department of ChemistryMarya Lieberman - Department of Chemistry and BiochemistryVincent T Remcho - Department of ChemistryKimberley A Frederick - Chemistry Department
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Publication Details
- Journal of chemical education, Vol.98(6), pp.1946-1953
- Publisher
- American Chemical Society and Division of Chemical Education, Inc
- DOI
- 10.1021/acs.jchemed.1c00214
- ISSN
- 0021-9584
- eISSN
- 1938-1328
- Grant note
- DOI: 10.13039/100000011, name: Howard Hughes Medical Institute; DOI: 10.13039/100000172, name: Division of Undergraduate Education, award: 1624898, 1624956, 2037528; DOI: 10.13039/100012617, name: Arthur J. Schmitt Foundation; name: Schupf Scholar Program
- Language
- English
- Date published
- 06/08/2021
- Academic Unit
- Chemistry
- Record Identifier
- 9984216565902771
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