Meet the Scientists: Mary Somerville, 'Queen of Science'
Meet Mary Somerville, renowned Scottish scientist, mathematician and astronomer, who is widely regarded as ‘the queen of science’. In 1835 she and Caroline Herschel were the first elected female Honorary Members of the Royal Astronomical Society. Join us to find out more about this extraordinary polymath's life and work during this science history late.
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We will explore the early life and education of Mary Somerville and developments in her scientific thinking, ideas and writing in astronomy, mathematics, physical geography and molecular science. We will then critically reflect on Somerville’s’ legacy and her role in the advancement of women in science in the Victorian era.
What will we cover?
Mary Somerville’s early life and education
Somerville’s scientific work and writings from "The magnetic properties of the violet rays of the solar spectrum" to her fourth book, Molecular and Microscopic Science
The impact of Somerville’s work in her lifetime and her contribution to the popularization of science
Somerville’s legacy
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
Critically reflect on her scientific work and writings
Assess the impact Somerville had in popularising science with the general public
Evaluate Somerville’s achievements and the advancement of women in Victorian Britain
Critically reflect on Somerville’s legacy today from colleges to asteroids to bank notes.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
One off evening session. No previous knowledge required. An interest in the topic and a willingness to engage in any online class discussions to enhance your learning are the only requirements.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
The course will be delivered through a mixture of formal tutor input and discussion with learner participation encouraged.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
David has over twenty years’ experience in secondary schools and higher education. He holds a degree in Economics and History and a MA in History from Oxford Brookes University and has been an active member of the Historical Association (HA) and was recently a member of the People of 1381 Teacher Fellowship programme. He has also presented at history education conferences in Europe and the USA. His specific area of teaching expertise is post-1945 British political, economic, and social history particularly the 1978-79 Winter of Discontent and the Thatcher governments 1979-1990 but he teaches beyond these topics: British history 1603-1997; Russian history 1881-1990; American history 1865-2008, particularly the struggle for black equality; the use of popular music in history learning; and medicine history, c.1300 to the present day; and migration c. 1700 to the present day. David spends his spare time tending an unruly allotment, purveying homemade jam, and listening to Northern Soul music.
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Join us to find out more about this extraordinary polymath's life and work during this science history late. </p><ul><li>Mary Somerville’s early life and education</li><li>Somerville’s scientific work and writings from "The magnetic properties of the violet rays of the solar spectrum" to her fourth book, Molecular and Microscopic Science</li><li>The impact of Somerville’s work in her lifetime and her contribution to the popularization of science</li><li>Somerville’s legacy</li></ul><ul><li>Critically reflect on her scientific work and writings</li><li>Assess the impact Somerville had in popularising science with the general public</li><li>Evaluate Somerville’s achievements and the advancement of women in Victorian Britain</li><li>Critically reflect on Somerville’s legacy today from colleges to asteroids to bank notes.</li></ul><p>One off evening session. No previous knowledge required. 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