Jim Forde - Teachers are Heroes

The video discusses the idea of teachers as heroes, drawing parallels with Joseph Campbell's concept of the heroic journey. It explores how teachers can view their profession as a journey with stages like the call to adventure and refusal of the call. The speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing the challenges teachers face and encourages sharing this perspective with young educators to inspire them.

What is the main reason the speaker believes young teachers are not attracted to the teaching profession?

• Lack of financial incentives

• The idea that teachers are not seen as heroes

• Limited career advancement opportunities

• Insufficient training programs

Which famous theorist's work does the speaker connect with the concept of teachers as heroes?

• B.F. Skinner

• Joseph Campbell

• Carl Jung

• Sigmund Freud

In the context of the heroic journey, what does the 'call to adventure' represent for teachers?

• The decision to leave the profession

• The initial inspiration to become a teacher

• The challenges faced in the classroom

• The rewards of teaching

What does the 'refusal of the call' stage signify for teachers?

• Accepting the challenges of teaching

• Doubting the decision to become a teacher

• Achieving success in the profession

• Receiving recognition for their work

Why does the speaker believe it's difficult to discuss the teaching profession with those outside the field?

• Lack of interest from others

• Misunderstandings about the profession's importance

• Complexity and unique challenges of the profession

• Teachers' reluctance to share experiences