About This Lesson
This cross-curricular lesson for middle and high school students examines the life of Hedy Lamarr through the lenses of history, gender studies, and STEM. Students will analyze the technical concept of "frequency hopping" and its origins in World War II military strategy. The accompanying worksheet encourages critical thinking regarding how social stereotypes can impact scientific progress and highlights the foundational role Lamarr’s work plays in modern wireless technology.
