Science, technology, and society

7.19(B)

Texas Leaders in Science and Technology

Identify Texas leaders in science and technology such as Walter Cunningham, Michael DeBakey, Denton Cooley, Benjy Brooks, Michael Dell, and Howard Hughes Sr.

Part of The student understands the impact of scientific discoveries and technological innovations on the political, economic, and social development of Texas

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Intro

Texas Builds the Future

You will meet six Texas leaders in science and technology. Each one worked in Texas, created or improved something new, and changed how Texans live or work. Watch for the problem each person solved, from oil drilling to space, medicine, and computers.