A screenshot from the Enthalpy Calculations Quiz on ChemQuiz.net shows two example problems for calculating bond enthalpy values: "What is the enthalpy change (∆H) in kJ/mol for orthosilicic acid when its bonds are formed? The bond enthalpy values are: D(Si-O) = 368 kJ/mol; D(O-H) = 467 kJ/mol" and "What is the enthalpy of reaction (∆Hrxn) in kJ/mol for this reaction? The bond enthalpy values are D(N#N) = 945 kJ/mol; D(O=O) = 498 kJ/mol"

A screenshot from the Chemical Equilibrium Quiz on ChemQuiz.net shows an example Le Chatelier's Principle problem that reads: "Consider the following reaction: Fe2O3(s) + 3 CO(g) <-> 2 Fe(s) + 3 CO2(g) The system is at equilibrium when the amount of Fe2O3(s) is increased. If all other physical properties of the system remain constant, in which direction will the reaction be shifted as a result of this change?"

A screenshot from the Chemical Equilibrium Quiz on ChemQuiz.net shows two example pH calculation problem that read: "A solution of perchloric acid (HClO4) is measured to have a pH of 1.06. What is the concentration of this solution in M?" and "The concentration of a hydrobromic acid (HBr) solution is 7.66 × 10^-5 M. What is the pH of this solution?"

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The ChemQuiz.net April 2026 newsletter is out! Topics include the new problem types for bond enthalpy, chemical equilibrium and LeChâtelier's Principle, and pH & pOH to molarity calculations. Plus, lots of bug fixes, and info about the book I revised! #chemed #iteachchem mailchi.mp/chemquiz.net...

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Creating a Podcast Using Generative Artificial Intelligence to Support Student Learning of Organic Reaction Mechanisms A podcast was created by Google NotebookLM artificial intelligence and applied to support learning in a Year 1 university organic chemistry course. The Generative AI (GenAI) was trained using an open ...

Interesting to realise that posting about my latest educational work reflecting on the use of AI to create a podcast (pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/...) is about as popular on Bluesky as my work to decolonise the chemistry curriculum (pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/...) was on X.
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Our self-led professional development courses are an accessible way to boost your subject knowledge, pedagogy and classroom confidence, whatever your career stage.

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What a way to end the week: announcing the winner of the 2025 cover vote!
Congratulations to Krystal Greiger and Alexey Leontyev.
The artwork accompanying their paper on creative exercises in organic chemistry won 48% of the vote.

Check out their paper: doi.org/10.1039/D4RP...

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Discover Matthew Parks’ tips to remove numeracy struggles from the chemistry equation and increase their confidence 🧮👇️
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Let’s talk about talking in science lessons. The recent curriculum and assessment review in England is encouraging oracy, and science teacher Naomi Hennah is all for talking in class
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Having introduced the aldol, here is a #ChemEd #Chemistry #ChemSky summary of the more common named variants. They're all the same reaction (just the electrophile/nucleophile changes; see reply). The mechanism is the same. Don't let the names mislead you. Hopefully it is useful to some.

It's already a week since @ttradioofficial.bsky.social's Connect event. Such a great day with so many talented, enthusiastic, knowledgeable and generous teachers. If you enjoyed the day, why not check out some related content...
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🎉 #BCCE2026 registration is open! We’d love to have you join us this July—Madison or remote 🌍

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Are the CAR recommendations a step in the right direction for science education or a missed opportunity for radical redesign? The RSC's Laura Daly explores what the future may hold for science education and what more can still be done ✍️🧪
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Designing deltahedra as models for #chemed #STEMed.
Trying to find "good" nets.
While there are 2 distinct nets for the tetrahedron, apparently there are 43380 for the icosahedron!
It seems easier to assemble nets that wrap, than more condensed variants. 🧪 #SciArt #iteachchem

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All right now to break down models, put all those kits away and then set up three different reactions for the same lab and all of their glassware. #Education #Teaching #ChemEd #Chemistry #EduSky

A summary or introduction to the aldol reaction. It shows the general reaction with both the aldol addition and the aldol condensation. This is followed by the curly arrow mechanism for the base-promoted aldol addition and the base-promoted aldol condensation. After that, there is, of course, the acid-catalysed version. Finally, I mention the crossed or mixed aldol and allude to the fact that selectivity can become an issue.

The obvious next post after looking at enols/enolates is the aldol reaction. The aldol reaction is an impressive beast used by both nature and chemists. This #ChemEd #Chemistry #ChemSky summary is just the intro. There will be more over the coming weeks.
I hope UG enjoy this!

Help your learners get top marks for:
🧪 method writing
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🧪 writing about bonding
🧪 calculating bond enthalpy
All thanks to teacher Becky from @boltonsch.bsky.social marking exams
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Great to see #chemed research in @rsc-eic.bsky.social

How do you use instructional explanations in your classroom? @colinmcgill.bsky.social shares six key aspects of a high-quality explanation, plus tips for using explanations effectively ⬇️
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A screenshot from the ChemQuiz.net Dashboard shows the new Accommodations & Modifications feature that allows teachers to alter assignments for students with special needs: Diagram color, Font size, Given values simplification, Multiple choice override, Multiple choice options reduction, and Timer multiplier

A screenshot from the ChemQuiz.net Dashboard shows settings options for the pop-out calculator, pop-out periodic table, and pop-out electronegativities table

A screenshot of a slide from the "Women in Chemistry" slide deck is titled "Darshan Ranganathan" and reads: Darshan Ranganathan was an organic chemist from India who was known for her work in bio-organic chemistry, including "pioneering work in protein folding." She created a protocol which achieved the autonomous reproduction of imidazole, an ingredient of histidine and histamine with pharmaceutical importance. As her career developed, she became a specialist in designing proteins to hold a wide variety of different conformations and designing nanostructures using self-assembling peptides.

The ChemQuiz.net March 2026 newsletter is out, which includes information about the new accommodations and modifications settings, a new webinar on Tuesday, March 24th, pop-out features for Question Banks, and more. Check it out! #chemed #iteachchem mailchi.mp/chemquiz.net...

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What are your weekend plans? If they don’t include finishing your #BCCE2026 abstract… we have a suggestion. ☕

March 1 deadline. 11:59 p.m. (your timezone).
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A MacBook Air screen displays a temperature graph using Vernier Graphical Analysis. The yellow plot stabilizes at 22.5°C. Calm, analytical mood.

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Can anyone figure what we were discussing in #APChemistry today to prep for our test Monday? #ChemEd #Teaching #ITeachChem #EduSky

A one page summary covering the formation and a couple of basic reactions of enolates (more reactions, like the aldol reaction will come in subsequent summaries). This is divided into three boxes. 1) Formation by deportation, including a brief discussion of regiochemistry in non-symmetric ketones. 2) A cartoon of the general reaction of enolates (reaction at the alpha position). 3) some useful examples of reactions that don't totally follow my generalisation.

Enolates (& their equivalents) are one of the cornerstones of many a good synthesis. So here is a #Chemistry #ChemEd #ChemSky intro to their formation & general reaction. More details on the aldol reaction & enolate equivalents will be in subsequent summaries.
Enjoy.

Hydroxyapatite Solubility: Demonstrations and Excel-Based Activities for General and Analytical Chemistry Activities, calculations, and demonstrations related to the solubility of hydroxyapatite (Ca5(PO4)3OH), which is the main component in tooth enamel, are described. The colorful demonstration described...

“Hydroxyapatite Solubility: Demonstrations and Excel-Based Activities for General and Analytical Chemistry” reports on how the chemistry of hydroxyapatite can be introduced into General and Analytical Chemistry classes. #wsuchemistry #ChemEd #ChemSky

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Say salut or hola to teacher trainees from around the world. And read this advice from @mosssafari.bsky.social to help them settle in and strengthen your science department
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Geography shouldn’t limit participation. #BCCE2026 is expanding access so #chemed colleagues around the world can present, connect, and contribute—from wherever they are.

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Pleased to have had cover artwork on all four issues of @cerp.rsc.org last year. Now chuffed to ask you to vote for your favourite
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Flier calling for volunteers for the Science Olympiad

Volunteers are needed for the Wayne/Monroe County Regional Science Olympiad Tournament at Wayne State University!

Day: March 7, 2026
Time: 8 AM to 3:15 PM
Place: WSU

Contact Regina Zibuck: rzibuck@wayne.edu to volunteer.

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