Suggestions for practical work and assessment

The following list suggests practical exercises that could be used to both support the assessment objectives given above and enrich the study of chemistry in addition, it should suggest plenty of opportunities for the enhancement and assessment of practical skills. The list is neither exhaustive nor prescriptive the actual selection of practical work, whether from this list or from elsewhere, has to be governed by local factors such as the facilities available, safety considerations and the ability of the class. 

Staff. The materials focus upon increasing the motivation for the sight visit, on opening the context for the practical activity in the university, and to secure sufficient prior knowledge. The site visit to the university laboratory is mainly used for practical work. In a third phase a voluntary field trip into research laboratories in the university or branches of industry are suggested which fit the thematic issue of the module. These excursions are designed to increase the authenticity of what is learned. Finally, suggestions and materials for post-laboratory activities and assessment are also provided to the teachers. 

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