Mahjong Chem

[ios_app id="416482474"] Based on the poplar Mahjong game, Mahjong Chem uses chemistry concepts as pieces of the puzzle. When selecting puzzles, users have the option of choosing from a variety of chemistry concepts, including metric prefixes, element symbols, electron configuration, polyatomic ions, and double-displacement reactants. When solving the puzzle, Mahjong Chem requires users to match one set of tiles to another set, and Mahjong Chem allows users to select from 11 different tile arrangements to increase or decrease the level of difficulty. Mahjong Chem uses a timer, keeps score, and provides hints. Instructional Ideas When reviewing different chemistry units, this app…

Review Overview

A. Instruction - 4.9
B. Design - 8
C. Engagement - 7.7

6.9

Summary : What is more fun than Chemistry Lab? Mahjong Chem, of course!

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Based on the poplar Mahjong game, Mahjong Chem uses chemistry concepts as pieces of the puzzle. When selecting puzzles, users have the option of choosing from a variety of chemistry concepts, including metric prefixes, element symbols, electron configuration, polyatomic ions, and double-displacement reactants. When solving the puzzle, Mahjong Chem requires users to match one set of tiles to another set, and Mahjong Chem allows users to select from 11 different tile arrangements to increase or decrease the level of difficulty. Mahjong Chem uses a timer, keeps score, and provides hints.

Instructional Ideas

  1. When reviewing different chemistry units, this app could be used as friendly competition between pairs or small groups of students to see who finishes first.
  2. After students have studied the difference between ionic and molecular compounds, they could be assigned to play the Molecular or Ionic Mahjong game to reinforce their learning. The students could take a screen shot of their results and email it to the teacher as a homework or classwork assignment.
  3. When students have learned electron configuration, they can practice in class by selecting this app’s Valence Electron game option.
  4. This app could be used as a game for students to play when they are finished with classwork as reinforcement or test preparation.
A1. Rigor
A2. 21st Century Skills
A3. Conn. to Future Learning
A4. Value of Errors
A5. Feedback to Teacher
A6. Level of Material
A7. Cooperative Learning
A8. Accom. of Individual Diff.
B1. Ability to Save Progress
B2. Platform Integration
B3. Screen Design
B4. Ease of Use
B5. Navigation
B6. Goal Orientation
B7. Information Presentation
B8. Media Integration
B9. Cultural Sensitivity
C1. Learner Control
C2. Interactivity
C3. Pace
C4. Flexibility
C5. Interest
C6. Aesthetics
C7. Utility

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