Phil Root
Resident Faculty
philip.root@scottsdalecc.edu
Phone
Building
Natural Science Building
Room
NS-131
Office Hours
Mon/Wed: NS131: 10:30-11:30 am; NS131 - *After 3:20 pm by appointment
Tu/Th: NS318: 8:30 - 9 am; NS131: *After 3:10 pm by appointment
Fridays: By appointment in NS-131 (my office) or Google Meet
Tu/Th: NS318: 8:30 - 9 am; NS131: *After 3:10 pm by appointment
Fridays: By appointment in NS-131 (my office) or Google Meet
Summer Hours
I am not an instructor of any summer courses, but may still be reached by email with questions!
Biography
Bio
Educational Philosophy: I believe in student learning through action. As a teacher I provide students with experiences that allow them to develop coherent models to explain the world around them. This is referred to as the "Modeling" approach to instruction in chemistry. I view myself as a "Guide by the Side" in your education, rather than the "Sage on the Stage."
Educational Biography: I am a proud alumnus of Arizona State University and still a proud Sun Devil! I earned a B.A.E. degree in Chemistry in 2003 and earned a Master of Natural Science (MNS) degree in Physics in 2010. I have experience teaching both Physics and Chemistry so feel free to discuss anything science/math with me or come in for any science help!
Courses
Spring 2025
CHM130AA
29719
Fundamental Chemistry with Lab
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CHM130AA
29656
Fundamental Chemistry with Lab
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CHM152AA
29660
General Chemistry II with Lab
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