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Collection · 37 AI figures
Modern Science and Technology
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37 AI figures for this unit, including Carl Sagan, Marie Curie and Rosalind Franklin. Share one link and students choose who to talk to.
Featuring Carl Sagan, Marie Curie, Rosalind Franklin and 34 more
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- Figures
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- Students join
- With a link
- Grading
- None, open exploration
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Modern Science and Technology
- Carl SaganChat with Carl Sagan
- Marie CurieChat with Marie Curie
- Rosalind FranklinChat with Rosalind Franklin
- Grace HopperChat with Grace Hopper
- Ada LovelaceChat with Ada Lovelace
- Charles DarwinChat with Charles Darwin
- +31 more figures
The 37 figures in this collection
Carl Sagan
Renowned astronomer and science communicator.
Marie Curie
Renowned physicist and chemist, known for her pioneering research on radioactivity.
Rosalind Franklin
Renowned biophysicist and X-ray crystallographer.
Grace Hopper
Computer scientist and United States Navy admiral.
Ada Lovelace
Mathematician and writer, recognized as the world's first computer programmer.
Charles Darwin
Naturalist and biologist known for his theory of evolution by natural selection.
Ivan Pavlov
Russian physiologist known for his work in classical conditioning.
Alfred Adler
Austrian psychotherapist and founder of individual psychology.
Carl Rogers
Humanistic psychologist.
Eleanor Maccoby
Renowned psychologist and researcher in child development and gender studies.
Erik Erikson
Renowned psychologist known for his work on identity development and the theory of psychosocial stages.
Hans Selye
Endocrinologist known for his work on stress and "General Adaptation Syndrome.
Isabel Briggs Myers
Co-creator of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator personality test.
Jean Piaget
Renowned Swiss psychologist known for his theory of cognitive development in children.
John B Watson
Pioneer of behaviorist psychology.
Kazimierz Funk
Biochemist who coined the term "vitamin.
Margaret Floy Washburn
First woman to be granted a PhD in psychology in the United States.
Oliver Sacks
Neurologist and author known for his work in human brain disorders.
Rita Levi-Montalcini
Italian neurologist and Nobel laureate for her work in neurobiology.
Samual Hahnemann
German physician who founded homeopathy.
Stephen Hawking
Theoretical physicist and cosmologist.
Tim Berners-Lee
Computer scientist and the inventor of the World Wide Web.
Steve Jobs
Co-founder of Apple Inc.
Bill Gates
Co-founder of Microsoft and philanthropist.
James Watson
American molecular biologist and geneticist, co-discoverer of the structure of DNA.
Francis Crick
Molecular biologist who co-discovered the structure of DNA.
Jonas Salk
Medical researcher who developed the polio vaccine.
Jennifer Doudna
Renowned biochemist and Nobel Prize winner for her work in CRISPR gene editing technology.
Jeff Bezos
Business magnate, founder of Amazon.
Mark Zuckerberg
Co-founder and CEO of Facebook.
Sergey Brin
Computer scientist and co-founder of a tech giant.
Niels Bohr
Danish physicist who made significant contributions to understanding atomic structure and quantum mechanics.
John von Neumann
Mathematician, physicist, and computer scientist. Pioneered game theory and contributed to the development of the modern computer.
Alan Kay
Computer scientist and pioneer in object-oriented programming.
Gregor Mendel
Augustinian friar and scientist known as the father of modern genetics.
Alexander Fleming
Scottish biologist and pharmacologist known for discovering the antibiotic penicillin.
Barbara McClintock
Pioneering geneticist known for her work on maize chromosomes.
Lesson ideas
Take a deep dive into the remarkable developments of modern science and technology with this exploratory assignment. Students will have the opportunity to engage with a pivotal array of scientists, technologists, and theorists whose contributions have laid the groundwork for contemporary scientific knowledge and technological innovation.
Activities
AI Interactions: Players interview and converse with these innovators, delving into their inspirations, challenges, and the significance behind their work.
Investigative Essays: Research and pen reflective compositions on the societal impacts, both positive and negative, of these figures' contributions to science and technology.
Group Debates: Facilitate lively discussions on the ethics of modern scientific practices and technological advancements.
Learning Outcomes
Gain an in-depth understanding of the breakthroughs in various scientific fields and their influence on today’s world.
Develop the ability to analyze and critique the societal implications arising from scientific discoveries and technological innovation.
Cultivate a historical perspective on the progression of science and technology, revealing the interconnectedness of various disciplines and their impact on global issues.
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What educators are saying
Jacob Chisom
World and American History, Monticello High School, Arkansas
Been using Humy in his classroom since 2024
“My students say it’s a welcome change of pace. I’m not a fan of the “sage on the stage” model, so I try to incorporate research-oriented and self-paced activities. With Humy, students have to take charge of their learning. They’ve become more adept at critical thinking, forming better questions, and improving their reading comprehension. The interview feature has been my go-to tool. I create assignments where students must ask historical figures a set number of questions, then summarize the responses to ensure they’re truly absorbing the material. This approach lets them actively explore the past rather than passively consuming information.”
Roger Campbell
7th-grade World History, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
Been using Humy in his classroom since 2024
“Humy has helped me bring historical figures, sometimes long past, to life. When my students interact with these figures in real-time, it eliminates some of the perceived “ancient” characteristics of my curriculum. This has shifted my students’ thinking away from viewing history as abstract or irrelevant. Real-time interactions make historical figures relatable, even allowing students to ask off-topic questions that help put historical lives in a more relevant context for 13-year-olds. The feature I use the most is the interview feature. After teaching a topic, most recently Gandhi and Joan of Arc, I have the students ask pointed, focused questions. We practice good conversation techniques beforehand, teaching them to listen (or read) carefully and formulate thoughtful follow-up questions rather than just interrogating. It helps students practice effective conversation skills.”
Dr. Michael Calvert
Assistant Superintendent, South Allegheny School District, Pennsylvania
Been using Humy in his district since 2024
“We enjoyed the program last year and used it frequently.”
Jacob Chisom
World and American History, Monticello High School, Arkansas
Been using Humy in his classroom since 2024
“My students say it’s a welcome change of pace. I’m not a fan of the “sage on the stage” model, so I try to incorporate research-oriented and self-paced activities. With Humy, students have to take charge of their learning. They’ve become more adept at critical thinking, forming better questions, and improving their reading comprehension. The interview feature has been my go-to tool. I create assignments where students must ask historical figures a set number of questions, then summarize the responses to ensure they’re truly absorbing the material. This approach lets them actively explore the past rather than passively consuming information.”
Roger Campbell
7th-grade World History, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
Been using Humy in his classroom since 2024
“Humy has helped me bring historical figures, sometimes long past, to life. When my students interact with these figures in real-time, it eliminates some of the perceived “ancient” characteristics of my curriculum. This has shifted my students’ thinking away from viewing history as abstract or irrelevant. Real-time interactions make historical figures relatable, even allowing students to ask off-topic questions that help put historical lives in a more relevant context for 13-year-olds. The feature I use the most is the interview feature. After teaching a topic, most recently Gandhi and Joan of Arc, I have the students ask pointed, focused questions. We practice good conversation techniques beforehand, teaching them to listen (or read) carefully and formulate thoughtful follow-up questions rather than just interrogating. It helps students practice effective conversation skills.”
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