Teaching tools > Science content reading > Overview: Einstein: A Genius, Relatively Speaking

Description:

Star Witness news story: Albert Einstein: A Genius, Relatively Speaking highlights Einstein’s miracle year when he wrote five scientific papers. Connections are made between Einstein’s work and that of the Hubble Space Telescope.

Format(s) available: Printer-friendly web page; also, downloadable PDF including story and images

Grades: 5-8, but the material can be adapted for use in other grades at the teacher’s discretion

Teachers can use Star Witness news story: Albert Einstein: A Genius, Relatively Speaking as:

• A content reading selection. Teachers should discuss the meaning of unfamiliar vocabulary prior to having students read this selection.

• An engagement activity. Have students read the selection. Ask them to explain what they have learned about Einstein and his work.

• An inquiry tool. Propose a question, such as "What do you know about Albert Einstein?" Have students read the selection and write down questions they would like answered as a result of the reading.

• A source of information for class discussion. Have students read the selection. Conduct a class discussion using the questions associated with the reading to clarify student understanding and expand on the information provided.

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