The Armstrong Lie: Science literacy resource

Using film as the stimulus, and set in modern-day scientific contexts, this series of resources can be used in the classroom to help develop students' scientific literacy. They help students to apply their scientific knowledge and skills to issues in the modern world. The question sets focus on the knowledge, skills and competencies necessary for scientific literacy as set out by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development.

This resource based on The Armstrong Lie tests students on physics and biology concepts with reference to the story of Lance Armstrong. Download the accompanying PowerPoint and order the DVD to rent from the Into film website: https://www.intofilm.org/resources/21