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Special Teaching Methods In Chemistry Question Paper
Special Teaching Methods In Chemistry
Course:Bachelor Of Education (Science)
Institution: Kabarak University question papers
Exam Year:2011
KABARAK
UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
2011/2012 ACADEMIC YEAR
FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF EDUCATION SCIENCE
EDUC 324: SPECIAL TEACHING METHODS IN CHEMISTRY
DAY: FRIDAY
DATE: 25/11/2011
TIME: 10.00 – 12.00 P.M.
STREAM: SESS V
INSTRUCTIONS:
Answer question ONE and any other TWO questions
QUESTION ONE (COMPULSORY) (30marks)
(a) Explain the term “Chemistry Education”
(2marks)
(b) Discuss the importance of chemistry to the society, giving appropriate examples accordingly.
(6 marks)
(c) Briefly outline at least five (5) aims of teaching chemistry in Kenyan secondary schools
(5marks)
(d) Highlight the types of teaching methods applied in Chemistry
(4marks)
(e) List and explain the main different types of domains of learning that may influence the
student’s learning in chemistry.
(4marks)
(f) Discuss the qualities of chemistry teacher.
(4marks)
(g) Gender is implicated in science in a number of different ways. Chemistry is perceived as
‘masculine’ in your School. Discuss and suggest how to offset this image. (5marks)
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QUESTION TWO (20marks)
(a) i) What qualities are tested in Chemistry practical examinations
(3marks)
Mary is a form three chemistry teacher in Mogotio secondary school. She wants to organize
a class experiment on determination of the concentration of sodium hydroxide using
standardized 1.0M Hydrochloric acid .
ii) Prepare a requisition for the class experiment materials, listing the apparatus followed by the
chemicals required for each group
(4 marks)
iii) Prepare the procedure you expect your students to follow to do the experiment (2marks)
b) i). Explain any FOUR common incidents and form of first aid in a school chemistry laboratory.
(4marks)
ii). Construct a sample of a laboratory accident form, by listing the important parts necessary
(2marks)
c) What are the Chemistry teachers’ responsibilities in regards to importance of safety in the
Chemistry Laboratory
(5marks)
QUESTION THREE (20marks)
a) Explain why it is important to write and use a scheme of work in chemistry education.
(2marks)
b) With the aid of a diagram, identify the various components of a scheme of work in chemistry
and justify why the various components are important.
(8marks)
c) State the importance of Instructional objectives in a lesson plan.
(5marks)
d) i) It is recommended for Chemistry teachers to plan for each chemistry lesson. Briefly explain
the importance of lesson plan preparation in Chemistry.
(3marks)
ii) Discuss the factors which should be considered during lesson planning for effective teaching
(2 marks)
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QUESTION FOUR (20 marks)
(a) Use the flow chart below to:
Answer the questions that follow, make a marking scheme and allocate appropriate
marks accordingly
(Brine (saturated sodium Chloride)
Ammonia
P
Q
NAHCO3
Ammonia
&NH4 Cl
R
Heat
CaCl2
NH4 Cl
WATER
Substance Y
NAHCO3
Slaker(T)
WATER
Heat
CaO
Limestone
(CaCO
S
3) Substance X
Na2CO3
i) Name the substances labeled X and Y
(2mrks)
ii) Name two substances being recycled in the process represented by the flow chart. (2mrks)
iii) Name the processes that take place in “S”
(2mrks)
iv) Give one use of calcium chloride (CaCl2)
(2mrks)
v) Write the equations for the reaction taking place in Q and T
(3mrks)
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vi) Give one other commercial use of sodium carbonate, besides softening of hard water. (2mrks)
(b) (i). How do you plan to announce the results of the above test to your students (3mrks)
(ii). State the main purposes of assessment in chemistry.
(2marks)
(iii). Describe the qualities of a good chemistry examination.
(3marks)
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