They should relate the individual and cultural contributions to the advancement of their selection on an historical time line. Small eye, nose, and mouth openings can be cut out of the board so that the presenter can see, breathe, and talk during the presentation. Handles should be attached to the back of the board for the presenter to hold. Students may decide to add costume elements such as a labcoat, wig, or stethoscope to make the mask 3D. Colored index card for drawing or a photocopy of the technology product are also needed. If a science process is studied, the process is succinctly described on the card.
Students determine units of measurement and tape up the timeline and index cards.
Students may conduct their research, construct character masks, plan and practice presentations during class or as homework. Each presentation and discussion should last 10 - 15 minutes. Session 1 Lead a class discussion of students' prior knowledge about science, technology and society in order to develop a timeline. Assign time periods to be included in the timeline and select colors for identification. Tape the white accounting tape to the wall for the timeline.