I usually give my students 1-2 classes to prepare for a test. I start by going over the topics that will be covered on the test. I usually ask students to go through their notes and come up with topics with me, then I write the list on the board as we go. I try to only write things down that are key topics to keep the list concise.
For the Atomic Theory Unit, here is the list of topics:
- Scientists that contributed to early atomic theory
- How early atomic theory evolved (including model names)
- Subatomic particle properties
- Calculating subatomic particles
- Bohr diagrams of atoms, ions, and compounds
- Lewis diagrams of compounds (including formal charge)
- Intermolecular forces
- Electron configuration of atoms and ions
- S,p,d,f orbitals
- VSEPR (molecular geometry)
Once the topics have been laid out, I will give students a few options for studying:
- Create their own questions and quiz each other - this could involve flashcards or the creation of a Kahoot
- Create their own condensed notes on the topics
- Go over previous assignments to see what they got wrong
- Work through a review package
I also allow students to bring one 5"x3" cue card with whatever they want written on it to the test with them. Deciding what is important enough to put on a card can be helpful for studying too! If you want to be extra nice, you could let them have the atomic charts with them as well.
There is a test and answer key included in the Atomic Theory Notes product that covers all this.
Best of luck to your students!
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