Introduction
Katherine Johnson loves math. Early in her career, she was called a “computer.” She helped NASA put an astronaut into orbit around Earth. And then she helped put a man on the moon.
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- Browse the page
- Which calls your attention?
- Why?
Task
Identify who the person is:
- Name
- Date of birth
- Place of birth
Check information on this site: Who is Katherine Johnson
Process
Answer these questions in brief
- What Was Katherine Johnson’s Early Life Like?
- What Did She Do After College?
- What Did She Do for NASA?
Watch the videos to answer these questions:
What is the importance of her work?
What did it mean to be an African American in her days?
Why is she a living legend in the field of math?