Nanochemistry for Chemistry Educators

by Riam Abu Much, Kurt Winkelmann & Muhamad Hugerat

'Nanochemistry for Chemistry Educators' is a volume in the Advances in Chemistry Education book series published by the Royal Society of Chemistry

Nanochemistry for Chemistry Educators

by

Riam Abu Much,

Kurt Winkelmann &

Muhamad Hugerat

Link to book on RSC website

Outline contents:

  • Chapter 1: Nanotechnology and Chemistry: The Unseen Scale with Magnificent Impact [This chapter can be downloaded for free]
    • 1.1 Introduction
      • 1.1.1 What Is Nano and Why Is It Important?
    • 1.2  Why Do Properties of Materials Change at the Nanoscale?
      • 1.2.1  Surface Area-Volume Ratio
      • 1.2.2  Quantum Confinement Effect
    • 1.3  Types of Nanostructured Materials
    • 1.4  History of Nanomaterials
    • 1.5  From the Optical to Electron Microscope: Seeing at the Nanoscale
      • 1.5.1  Transmission Electron Microscope
      • 1.5.2  Scanning Electron Microscope
    • 1.6  Nanoparticle Behavior in Colloid Solutions
      • 1.6.1  Types of Colloid Solutions
      • 1.6.2  Stability of Colloidal Solutions
      • 1.6.3  Ferrofluids
      • 1.6.4  Preparation of Nanomaterials
  • Chapter 2: Teachers' and Students' Awareness of and Attitudes Toward Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
    • 2.1 Introduction
    • 2.2 Nanotechnology Awareness
    • 2.3 Attitudes about Nanotechnology
      • 2.3.1 Studies about Nanotechnology Attitudes Around the World
    • 2.4  Attitudes about Nanotechnology – The Israeli Case
    • 2.5  Conclusion
  • Chapter 3: Sharing Nanotechnology with Students
    • 3.1  Introduction
    • 3.2  Teaching High-school Students Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
    • 3.3  AFM to Nano
    • 3.4  STEM and Nanotechnology Topics
    • 3.5  Nanoscience, Nanotechnology and Society
    • 3.6  Conclusion
  • Chapter 4: Incorporating Nanochemistry in the Chemistry Curriculum
    • 4.1  Introduction
    • 4.2  Challenges of Adding Nanotechnology to the Chemistry Curriculum
      • 4.2.1  Curriculum Insertion Points
      • 4.2.2  Equipment, Curriculum, and Professional Development Resources
    • 4.3  Learning Nanotechnology Through Writing, Multimedia, and Art
    • 4.4  Learning Nanotechnology in Extracurricular Settings
    • 4.5  Instructional Strategies for Integrating Nanotechnology into the Chemistry Curriculum
    • 4.6  Conclusions
  • Chapter 5: Activities for Teaching Nanochemistry
    • 5.1  Introduction
    • 5.2  Nanomaterial Synthesis and Applications
      • 5.2.1  Titanium Oxide and ZnO Nanoparticles in Sunscreen
      • 5.2.2  Copper(I) Oxide Particles
      • 5.2.3  Gold Nanoparticles
      • 5.2.4 Silver Nanoparticles
      • 5.2.5 Solar Cells
      • 5.2.6 Magnetic Fe3O4 Nanoparticles
      • 5.2.7 Metal Oxide Nanothin Films
    • 5.3 Hands-on Activities Using Models
      • 5.3.1 Scanning Probe Microscopy
      • 5.3.2 Models for Other Nanoscale Concepts
    • 5.4 Conclusions
  • Chapter 6: Nanochemistry as a Relevant Concept in Teaching Chemistry
    • 6.1  Introduction
    • 6.2  Relevant Aspects in Teaching Nanotechnology
      • 6.2.1  Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Teaching Module
      • 6.2.2  The Self-cleaning of Lotus Leaves: Superhydrophobic Surfaces
    • 6.3  Coating with Nanomaterials: The Magic Sand Activity
    • 6.4  Teaching Nanotechnology Concepts to Elementary Students – Surface Area
    • 6.5  From Optical Properties of Gold Nanoparticles to Colorimetric Sensors
      • 6.5.1 Developing Electrolyte Sensors from Gold Nanoparticles
    • 6.6 Preparation of Magnetic Liquids at Low Temperatures
    • 6.7 Nanoscale Structure-based Light Emitting Diode (LED)
      • 6.7.1 Learning Module: LED as a Well-known Nanotechnology Application
  • Chapter 7: Nanoliposomes as a Model for Teaching Nanochemistry
    • 7.1  Introduction
    • 7.2  Module Structure
      • Appendix 1: Scientific Background
      • Appendix 2: Detailed Description of Laboratory Activities
  • Chapter 8: Social and Ethical Issues of Nanotechnology
    • 8.1  Introduction
    • 8.2  Government Support and Public Engagement
    • 8.3  Teaching Ethical Issues
      • 8.3.1  Class Discussions
      • 8.3.2  Games
      • 8.3.3  Case Studies
      • 8.3.4  Media-based Activities
      • 8.3.5  Responsible Research and Innovation and Nanotechnology: An Activity that Incorporates Multiple Approaches
    • 8.4  Environmental, Health, and Safety Concerns of Nanomaterials
    • 8.5  Conclusions
  • Subject Index

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