Bill Yousman - Teachers Make a Difference - Sut Jhally

The transcript describes the profound impact a teacher, Professor Jolly, had on the speaker during their graduate studies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The speaker recounts their first seminar on Stuart Hall's work, which opened their eyes to critical media studies. The seminar, particularly the discussion on the book 'Policing the Crisis', influenced the speaker's work by highlighting how media-induced fear can be used for political purposes. Professor Jolly's engaging teaching style made the material come alive, leaving a lasting impression on the speaker.

Where did the narrator first meet the professor who impacted their life?

• Stanford University

• Harvard University

• University of Massachusetts Amherst

• Yale University

What was the focus of the seminar that the narrator attended?

• Stuart Hall's work and critical media studies

• The evolution of technology

• The basics of journalism

• The history of communication

Which book by Stuart Hall was discussed in the seminar?

• The Power of Identity

• Policing the Crisis

• Cultural Studies

• Representation: Cultural Representations and Signifying Practices

How did the seminar influence the narrator's perspective?

• It encouraged them to pursue a career in journalism

• It made them interested in technology

• It opened their eyes to critical media work

• It led them to study ancient history

What teaching style did Professor Jolly exhibit that made the seminar impactful?

• Strict and disciplined

• Monotonous and dull

• Casual and laid-back

• Powerful and compelling