This chemistry unit covers scientific method (objectivity, control, hypothesis, theory), measurement (taking proper measurement, accuracy, precision), significant figures, SI units and conversion, and basic terminology (atom, molecule, compound, etc.). Content has sufficient stretch to be a meaningful challenge most high school students. This unit is based around PowerPoint lecture slides that have been beautifully animated and contain speaker notes to guide you through each slide's content. The PowerPoint lecture notes also serve as a teaching/planning guide. The slides indicate at what point included practice assignments should be completed. A review game and summative assessment are also included. Answer keys are typed and show step-by-step work for calculations. It is intended that students have access to practice assignment keys while working, however this access is optional. This unit can stand alone or be used as the first chapter of the year-long course "The Complete Chemistry Course" which is available as a bundle. Learning objectives for this unit are listed below.

Chemistry Methods Learning Objectives:

1. Describe how chemists use the scientific method.

2. Take good measurements.

3. Utilize scientific notation.

4. Identify and use SI units in measurements and calculations.

5. Distinguish between atoms and molecules.

6. Distinguish between elements and compounds.

7. Distinguish between pure substances and mixtures.

8. Explain the difference between mixtures and compounds.

9. Classify mixtures as homogeneous or heterogeneous.