Chemistry

Open Textbooks

  • Chemistry: Atoms First (OpenStax)
    “Chemistry: Atoms First is a peer-reviewed, openly licensed introductory textbook produced through a collaborative publishing partnership between OpenStax and the University of Connecticut and UConn Undergraduate Student Government Association.
  • Chemistry Open Textbooks from BCcampus
    List of seven open textbooks.
  • Chemistry OpenStax Textbook
    “Chemistry is designed to meet the scope and sequence requirements of the two-semester general chemistry course. The textbook provides an important opportunity for students to learn the core concepts of chemistry and understand how those concepts apply to their lives and the world around them. The book also includes a number of innovative features, including interactive exercises and real-world applications, designed to enhance student learning.”

Open Ancillaries, & Simulations etc.

  • Chem Collective
    “The ChemCollective is a collection of virtual labs, scenario-based learning activities, tutorials, and concept tests. Teachers can use our content for pre-labs, for alternatives to textbook homework, and for in-class activities for individuals or teams. Students can review and learn chemistry concepts using our virtual labs, simulations, and tutorials. The ChemCollective is organized by a group of faculty and staff at Carnegie Mellon who are interested in using, assessing, and creating engaging online activities for chemistry education.”
  • Chemistry LibreTexts
  • Chemistry OpenStax Ancillaries & Community Hub
    “Access, develop and share resources created by the OpenStax community that align with OpenStax Chemistry.”
  • Online Chemistry Lab Manual (Santa Monica College)
    “This online lab manual was created by the chemistry faculty at SMC. Other institutions wishing to use our labs may do so provided that SMC is acknowledged and that the labs are not sold for profit.”
  • phET Chemistry Interactive Simulations

Open Courses

Zero-Cost Resources

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