What Makes Science Revolutionary?
The narrative of the Scientific Revolution typically focuses on Galileo, Copernicus, and Newton. But they weren’t the only (or even the first) with revolutionary ideas. Join us to rethink your approach to teaching the Scientific Revolution. We’ll explore scientific thinking across Islamic societies, the Greek and Roman worlds, China, and Europe, challenging the idea that science began with the European Scientific Revolution. You’ll claim-test how revolutionary this period actually was, consider how scientists continue to build on earlier ideas, and share practical ways to bring these questions and perspectives into your classroom.
Questions? Email us at events@oerproject.com.
About the facilitator: Eman Elshaikh is a writer, researcher, and educator who develops accessible, interdisciplinary social-science curricula with OER Project, Khan Academy, and the College Board. She holds a master’s in the social sciences from the University of Chicago, where she is a PhD candidate, and has taught K–12, undergraduate, and graduate students.Event Registration
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