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Whether during Black History Month or year round, you can celebrate the achievements of African Americans in your classroom. When it comes to science, African Americans have made significant contributions—whether in engineering, physics, aeronautics, or other fields.
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Many Black scientists have left enormous legacies, presenting an opportunity to teach your students about individuals who have changed the course of history through innovation while also exploring the field of science more broadly.
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Famous Black Scientists
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Download these posters to distribute to your students or hang in your classroom and celebrate famous Black scientists, many of whom are still alive today. The individuals highlighted in these downloadables include:
This blog, originally published in 2020, has been updated for 2023.
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Whether during Black History Month or year round, you can celebrate the achievements of African Americans in your classroom. When it comes to science, African Americans have made significant contributions—whether in engineering, physics, aeronautics, or other fields.
Many Black scientists have left enormous legacies, presenting an opportunity to teach your students about individuals who have changed the course of history through innovation while also exploring the field of science more broadly.
Famous Black Scientists
Download these posters to distribute to your students or hang in your classroom and celebrate famous Black scientists, many of whom are still alive today. The individuals highlighted in these downloadables include:
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