1.13.2017

Hidden Figures: Resources for Discussion






For many, the new feature film Hidden Figures is a surprise. This story that few know, is a powerful one indeed, and one that can kickstart wonderful discussions about a variety of topics related to STEM, the power of thoughtful women making a difference in our world, civil rights, and the power of education. We have compiled a list of resources online to support teaching about the film as an effort to put them in one location for reference for educators.  Take the time to see the film- you will not be disappointed!


Resources for Hidden Figures


Articles/ Video Clips

NPR:


Huffington Post:


Forbes:


PBS:


CNET:


Washington Post:


NASA:
Johnson


Vaughan:


Jackson:


From Computers to Leaders: Women at NASA:


Family Discussion Guide:

Lesson Plans


NASA Modern Figures Toolkit:


Who is Katherine Johnson:


HS Level (Could be adapted)
American Institute of Physics:


Oral HIstory:


Video:
NASA Johnson

People Behind the Movie:

Mrs. Obama:

A Mind Doesn’t Have Color:

Pharrell Williams Video:
https://youtu.be/8_CfmM7gaiw

MAKERS: Clip of Katherine Johnson explaining her story  
https://youtu.be/D5MaW-elHBs

CBSN: Overview   https://youtu.be/w2vXUyAgwo8

White House Event: Panel discussion with author of book, actors, and director.  Background info about the movie, how the actors became a part of this project, how the actors portrayed the real-life women. The whole panel discussion is inspirational, but when Michelle Obama speaks at the end her speech it is AMAZING! https://youtu.be/SY-Emk98wC0
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Blogs


Author’s website:


Resources from Teaching Tolerance: