Every year, the College Board releases a Chief Reader Report that gives a behind-the-scenes look at how students did on the AP Chemistry free-response questions. It highlights the most common misconceptions, errors, and sticking points—and it’s ...
In honor of Women in STEM Month, we spoke with three professionals who use data collection, research, and hands-on science to make an impact in their fields. From food science to environmental compliance, their work showcases the many ways STEM shap...
What makes forensic science such a compelling way to teach chemistry? Whether or not students are fans of crime shows like CSI, NCIS, or Bones, using storytelling to frame investigations helps transform abstract concepts into engaging, high-stakes p...
Electrochemistry, from redox reactions to galvanic cells, is one of the most challenging topics for high school and first-year college chemistry students. However, one way to make it more accessible is to show students that the constants and referen...
A Legacy of Innovation
For more than 20 years, Logger Pro™ has been a trusted tool for educators helping students explore real-world data in real time. To our long-time Logger Pro users, thank you for making this application a cornerstone o...
Wow, 2024 has been an unforgettable year! From launching our inaugural Vernier Trendsetters Community cohort and witnessing a total solar eclipse alongside educators across the path of totality, to welcoming Jill Hedrick as our new CEO, we’ve cele...
At my school Archbishop Hoban High School in Akron, Ohio, I teach a semester of organic chemistry as an advanced science elective. Students who choose this course learn about carbon-based compounds, from alkanes to arenes, and use a range of Vernier...
Get ready for National Chemistry Week with Vernier! This year, the American Chemical Society (ACS) is celebrating the chemistry behind photography and imaging. From traditional film cameras to cutting-edge medical imaging technologies, chemistry pla...
Dr. Ann Nalley, a chemistry professor at Cameron University in Oklahoma and former president of the American Chemical Society (ACS), has dedicated her career to empowering both students and teachers through hands-on science education. With more than...
Understanding how gases behave under different conditions is not just crucial for chemistry class—it is knowledge that applies to many real-world situations, from predicting weather patterns to optimizing car engines. As the new school year b...