I like the sequence of the book - the order is how I normally would teach an intro to chemistry class from chapters 1-6, after which I would go to chapters 9-10. It would help if this textbook was customizable, however, this is easily addressed by assigning specific chapter readings and pages to students. ![]() It is consistent in the presence of end of chapter material, which I particularly like since it summarizes each chapter nicely. The book is consistent in language and style, as well as the format. The addition of visual aids can contribute to its clarity. The book is clear and concise, however, I think that it can benefit using more visual aids/illustrations for more visual learners. The text is matter of fact, so it will withstand the test of time. I have not so far seen any errors in this text. I would like to point out that perhaps for the Converting Units chapter, perhaps more examples showing explicitly how units cancel would be much more helpful for instructors. The book is great for an introductory chemistry class - it covers all the necessary learning outcomes for my particular course. Reviewed by Nissa Garcia Ivers, Adjunct Chemistry Professor, Southwestern Oregon Community College on 1/28/22 The main weakness of the text seems to be not showing the specific work (units crossed out, etc) for numerical problems (unit conversions, stoichiometry problems, etc) Students really need those specific steps to help them build confidence towards attempting them themselves. Both could be assigned to the student, one for them to check and the ones without answers to see if the student really understands. The exercises with answers are helpful as well as those without the answers (in the chapter and at the end of chapater problems). No indication of any cultural references at all Seems to read very well using grammatical structure easy for the student to follow The material is organized in the manner that I would like to present the information- one concept follows the next almost seamlessly Most chemistry text for GOB are similar- this one follows that pattern Text is relevant, but It would really benefit from real world examples of the chemical concepts covered, especially those related to healthh care Very nice treatment of chemical concepts at an approprite level Very comprehensive- Currently pre-Nursing studetns are only required to take the first part of the 2 semester GOB course so only 1/2 of ths text would be used in that course. Reviewed by Alan Rowe, Adjunct Professor of Chemistry, Tidewater Community College on 7/1/22 The application of concepts can be learnt by doing the practice questions under each learning objective. All the chapters which are part of GOB course curriculum are covered in a an easy to understand manner. I will recommend this for students who need a text book to master topics of GOB. ![]() Easily able to toggle between various chapters, no distortion of diagrams or images.ĭidn't come across significant grammatical errors Well organized meeting the learning objectives of this course in each chapter. This way the student can attain mastery in each topic by going through the skill building exercise and solving the practice questions. Under each section, I like the skill building exercise and practice questions. Very clear and precise and written in a manner which is easily understood at student's level.Įach chapter is divided into various sections based on "Learning Objective". This text book is highly relevant for GOB course students who need to take this course for Nursing, dental hygiene and other programs. Students need to review the practice questions for better grasp of concepts. The content is well organized and explained clearly. This text book is adequately comprehensive and covers all chapters of a GOB chemistry course. Reviewed by SATHIAMOORTHY BALASUBRAMANIAN, Chemistry FACULTY, Rochester Community & Technical College on 3/6/23 Journalism, Media Studies & Communications +.
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