After assessing their own views and those presented in a New York Times article, students work in pairs or small groups to develop and pitch a new television series that presents scientists in a different light from how they are typically represented. Review the Academic Content Standards related to this lesson. Draw a picture of what they think represents a scientist and discuss trends and stereotypes that exist among the drawings.
Students then present their drawings to the class.
Discuss trends that exist among the drawings. Pictures can be posted in the room after class. Review this list. Dr. Watson shot back that Mr. Milch was a misfit from the Yale English department who was afraid of scientists. Students form pairs or groups of three students.