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After a brief introduction to the history of women's colleges in the United States and a discussion of the resistance such institutions faced, young scientists investigate seven traditionally women's colleges and their physics programs. Using what they have learned, groups create a brochure for their chosen institution that spotlights the physics program.
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Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Use during March's Women's History Month
- Post the brochures, next to the map, for the colleges on classroom walls
Classroom Considerations
- Groups require access to devices with internet connections
- Requires copies, one per participant, of the "Analyzing Historical Photographs Worksheet"
- Copies of "AIP Physics at Women's Colleges Selection Table," one per group, are also required
Pros
- An introductory essay provides background information for teachers and/or pupils
Cons
- None
Common Core
SL.9-10.1.a
SL.9-10.1.b
SL.9-10.1.c
SL.9-10.1.d
SL.9-10.2
SL.9-10.4
SL.9-10.5
SL.11-12.1.a
SL.11-12.1.b
SL.11-12.1.c
SL.11-12.1.d
SL.11-12.4
SL.11-12.5
RH.9-10.1
RH.9-10.2
RH.9-10.4
RH.9-10.7
RH.11-12.1
RH.11-12.2
RH.11-12.4
RST.11-12.7
RST.11-12.9
WHST.9-10.7
WHST.9-10.8
WHST.9-10.9
WHST.11-12.7
WHST.11-12.8
WHST.11-12.9