TED: A program to empower Black teachers in the US | Larry Irvin

The video discusses the limited career aspirations of young black boys, often centered around sports figures like Kevin Durant and LeBron James. It highlights the importance of black male teachers in expanding these aspirations and reducing dropout rates. The speaker introduces a fellowship program aimed at recruiting and developing black male teachers, emphasizing a gradual teaching approach and personal development. The program aims to create role models and change the narrative for young black boys, ultimately hoping to add educators to the list of admired figures.

What was the common aspiration among the young boys in New Orleans?

• To become doctors

• To become teachers

• To become sports figures like Kevin Durant and LeBron James

• To become engineers

What percentage of teachers in the United States are black men?

• 25%

• Less than 3%

• 10%

• 50%

What is the significance of having black male teachers in classrooms?

• It leads to more disciplinary actions

• It decreases school funding

• It reduces dropout rates among black boys

• It increases sports participation

What is the primary goal of the fellowship program discussed?

• To provide scholarships for all students

• To focus solely on sports coaching

• To train black male teachers quickly

• To recruit and develop black male teachers over three years

What is the unique feature of the fellowship program's development series?

• It offers free college tuition

• It provides international teaching opportunities

• It includes personal and professional development for black men

• It focuses on sports training

What approach does the fellowship program take towards teaching?

• A fast-paced, intensive approach

• A gradual, slow approach

• An online-only approach

• A focus on extracurricular activities

How did the program impact Alex Halstead?

• He found direction and purpose as a teacher

• He became a professional athlete

• He became a school principal

• He dropped out of college