Jose A. Lovo - Teachers Make a Difference - Ms. Lucy, Mr. Chapa and Cynthia McDermott

The speaker reflects on their educational journey, starting in El Salvador with Miss Lucy, who set high expectations. Moving to the U.S., Mr. Chappas helped overcome language barriers and fostered a love for geography. High school teachers encouraged freedom and creativity, while graduate school mentors like Cynthia McDermott introduced advanced concepts like choice theory. The speaker emphasizes the importance of teacher-student connections and intrinsic motivation in learning.

What was the key influence of Miss Lucy on the narrator's early education?

• She introduced them to geography.

• She helped them skip a grade.

• She set high expectations and motivated them to excel.

• She taught them English.

How did Mr. Chappas help the narrator during their transition to the United States?

• By helping them memorize all 50 states and capitals.

• By teaching them English grammar.

• By introducing them to American history.

• By organizing cultural exchange programs.

What was the unique teaching approach of Mr. Adkin in high school?

• He emphasized strict discipline.

• He focused solely on grammar.

• He encouraged students to memorize facts.

• He inspired a love for literature and poetry.

Which teacher introduced the narrator to advanced educational concepts in graduate school?

• Mr. Adkin

• Cynthia McDermott

• Mr. Chappas

• Miss Lucy

What was Fred's unique teaching method in graduate school?

• He used only textbooks.

• He taught without speaking, focusing on questioning.

• He relied on lectures.

• He used multimedia presentations.

How did the narrator's teachers influence their approach to teaching?

• By emphasizing rote memorization.

• By discouraging creative thinking.

• By focusing on standardized testing.

• By fostering intrinsic motivation and personal connections.

What concept did Cynthia McDermott introduce that had a lasting impact on the narrator?

• Geography

• Choice theory

• Grammar rules

• Mathematical equations