Basic Immersive Chemistry

Name: Basic Immersive Chemistry
Brand: Easy Hard Sciencehttps://learnwithdrscott.com/

by Easy Hard Sciencehttps://learnwithdrscott.com/

ScienceGrades 6–8

About This Curriculum

A free, self-paced chemistry course that focuses on the periodic table, elements, acids, and bases with 65 videos and printable worksheets.

What makes it unique: Math-free chemistry course that makes chemistry accessible and enjoyable for beginners and students who struggle with math

Basic Immersive Chemistry: Free Video-Based Chemistry Introduction

Basic Immersive Chemistry is a free, self-paced online chemistry course designed for grades 6-8, featuring 65 short videos and printable worksheets that cover the periodic table, elements, acids, and bases. The curriculum focuses on making chemistry accessible through simple vocabulary and clear explanations without requiring math prerequisites.

Best for

Homeschooling families seeking a free, accessible introduction to chemistry for grades 6-8, particularly students who struggle with math or prefer auditory learning

Evaluation Criteria

1 strength · 3 concerns · 2 neutral · 1 insufficient evidence

Direct InstructionStrength

The curriculum provides clear, explicit instruction through video lessons.

Features 65 videos with Dr. Scott teaching concepts directly, described as 'very easy to understand' with review sections that include printouts and slides

Knowledge RichConcern

The curriculum covers fundamental chemistry topics but appears limited in scope and depth.

Course focuses on periodic table, elements, acids, and bases with about 6 hours of video content total, described as 'about one month of science' which suggests limited content breadth

Teacher TrainingConcern

No teacher training or professional development materials are mentioned.

The review describes the curriculum as self-paced for students with printable worksheets and answer keys, but no teacher guides or training materials are referenced

Scientific VocabularyConcern

The curriculum emphasizes accessible vocabulary but may not build robust scientific terminology.

Review notes that 'Dr. Scott uses simple vocabulary to teach concepts' and lessons are 'very easy to understand,' which may prioritize accessibility over vocabulary development

Retrieval PracticeNeutral

Some review is included but systematic retrieval practice is not evident.

Course includes review sections at the end of each of four sections with note pages, and one homework assignment involving circling elements on the periodic table while reviewing videos

Hands On IntegrationNeutral

Limited hands-on activities are included but not systematically integrated with instruction.

Includes one video lab demonstration on pH of acids and bases, plus experiments where students create pH indicators and run tests, but these appear to be isolated activities

Ngss AlignmentInsufficient Evidence

The curriculum is described as aligned with some state standards but specific NGSS alignment is unclear.

Review states courses are 'aligned with some state standards' and suggests users 'check your state's specific standards to make sure they cover what you need'

Sources: cathyduffyreviews.com