GENERAL CHEMISTRY I (CHEM 101)HOW TO CONTACT DR. FREEMANQuestions about chemistry?Questions about logistics and course success?EmailCOURSE MATERIALSCOURSE DESCRIPTIONCOURSE GOALSCOURSE FORMATCOURSE POLICIESELECTRONIC DEVICES IN CLASS:ACADEMIC HONESTY AND THE UNC HONOR CODE:ATTENDANCE AND DAILY WORK:MAKE-UP EXAMS:EVALUATIONDaily work (90 points, 18%):Exams and final (410 points, 82%):GradingScoring system:Grade scale:KEYS TO SUCCESSCOURSE CONTENT & GUIDETypical class meeting routine:Tentative class scheduleChemistry 101 Dr. FreemanGENERAL CHEMISTRY I (CHEM 101)Instructor: Dr. Thomas Freeman Course Website: sakai.unc.eduClass meeting: Section 002 MWF 9:05-9:55 am in CP 211 Prerequisite: Math 110 or higherSection 003 MWF 11:15am-12:05pm in CP 201HOW TO CONTACT DR. FREEMANQuestions about chemistry?Bring them to a recitation session. (Times and locations subject to change)T & Th 3:30-5:00 pm (Dr. Freeman, room TBA)Questions about logistics and course success?Visit me during office hours (Kenan Labs C 147A). If you wish to discuss an exam grade, print and complete a self-assessment form on Sakai before coming by. No chemistry content questions will be answered during office hours.Drop-in Office HoursTu, W, & Th 2:00-3:30 pm(Appointments may be made at other times and days as needed)EmailMany in-person opportunities for help will be provided, but Dr. Freeman has limited availability by email. No chemistry content questions will be answered by email.If you must email Dr. Freeman ([email protected]):1. Include “CHEM101” and a one-word description in the subject line (e.g., CHEM101 clicker)2. Keep your message brief and direct. (≤ four sentences)3. **Emails that do not follow these guidelines may not be answered.- Required texts:o Chemistry: A Guided Inquiry (Moog and Farrell, 6th Ed.)- Recommended texts:o Chemistry: The Central Science (Brown, et al., 10th, 11th, or 12th Ed.)- Required materials:o i>clicker 2 student remote (i.e., clicker)o Sapling subscription (see details in “Getting Started” and “Sapling Introduction”)o ALEKS subscription (see details in “Getting Started” and “ALEKS Introduction”)o Calculator (graphing or scientific calculator acceptable)- Optional materials:o Student solutions manual for Chemistry: The Central Science (matching whichever edition you choose)COURSE DESCRIPTIONChemistry 101 is the first half of a yearlong overview of the exciting field of chemistry, the study of changes inmatter and energy. Students will be exposed to many new concepts, techniques and phenomena including,atomic and molecular structure, stoichiometry, conservation of mass and energy, and thermochemical changes.1 of 6Chemistry 101 Dr. FreemanCOURSE GOALSAfter taking this course, students should be able to:- Collaborate effectively within a group (teamwork)- Explain chemical phenomena in conceptual terms (e.g., why does iron rust?)- Develop and apply quantitative problem-solving strategies to chemistry problems (e.g., how much heat is generated when a liter of gas is burned?)COURSE FORMATThis course is designed under the guiding principle that the person doing the most work does the most learning.Therefore, the goal is to have the student actively participating in the learning experience. One of the mosteffective methods of active learning is POGIL (Process-Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning). In a POGIL course, thestudents learn through a series of engaging activities designed to guide them through an in-depth exploration ofa chemical concept. You will work in groups of four where each member has a predefined role ( i.e., manager,recorder, spokesperson, and researcher). My role in this is as a facilitator to help guide you in this exploration.This is a proven and effective learning method that can also be a lot of fun. Additionally, an online tutoringsystem, ALEKS (Assessment and LEarning in Knowledge Spaces) will be used outside of class as a toolto help you master every learning objective in this course (see more in ALEKS handout).Additionally, you will have weekly online homework assignments using the Sapling system to gainadditional practice that will help improve your problem-solving skills and mastery of conceptscovered in class. Because class participation is the primary mode of learning, it is crucial that you complete thepreparatory assignments, and show up to class on time. Preparatory assignments will include watching videos orreading selections from the main text, answering critical thinking questions, and completing ALEKS objectives. Abrief daily quiz will be given at the beginning of each class meeting to assess preparation for the in-class activity(except on exam days). You will be assigned homework after each class meeting on Sapling to give you morepractice with new skills you learn in class. Using ALEKS for practice, and reviewing the in-class POGIL activities arecrucial study tools for your exams.COURSE POLICIESELECTRONIC DEVICES IN CLASS:The only electronic devices allowed in class are i>clicker 2 remotes and calculators. Use of internet-connectedlaptops or tablets is allowed only when instructed. Cell phone use is strictly forbidden. If you violate this policyyou will first be warned, and 5 pts/incidence will be deducted from your next exam score thereafter.ACADEMIC HONESTY AND THE UNC HONOR CODE:While this course heavily encourages collaborations, you must only collaborate when explicitly instructed to doso. The student-led Honor System is responsible for adjudicating any suspected violations of the Honor Code andall suspected instances of academic dishonesty will be reported to the honor system. Information, includingyour responsibilities as a student is outlined in the Instrument of Student Judicial Governance(http://studentconduct.unc.edu/honor-system). Your full participation and observance of the Honor Code isexpected.ATTENDANCE AND DAILY WORK:Because in-class participation is a critical part of the learning experience in this course, attendance is required.Daily quizzes and in-class responses to questions comprise a significant portion of your grade, thus excessiveabsences will have a strong impact on your final grade. Points from these daily exercises cannot be made upunder any circumstances, therefore, you must show up to class on-time every day for best results.2 of 6Chemistry 101 Dr. FreemanMAKE-UP EXAMS:Exam make-ups are only allowed for excused