Steve Yavner - Teachers Make a Difference - Dorothy Lamb

The speaker reflects on their favorite teacher, Dorothy Lamb, who greatly influenced their education and curiosity. Dorothy's unique teaching style, which included listening to Mozart and engaging in activities like bird watching, inspired a lifelong love of learning. Her impact extended to the speaker's career in journalism, where they apply a broad and interconnected approach to learning. The speaker emphasizes the importance of blending experiences in teaching and acknowledges the significant influence of Dorothy Lamb and other teachers throughout their life.

Who was the speaker's favorite teacher and what grade did they teach?

• Dorothy Lamb, 4th grade

• Alice Brown, 6th grade

• Mary Johnson, 3rd grade

• John Smith, 5th grade

What unique activity did Dorothy Lamb introduce to her students?

• Playing chess

• Bird watching

• Gardening

• Cooking classes

What was one of the cultural activities Dorothy Lamb encouraged?

• Visiting the zoo

• Going to the Museum of Fine Arts

• Attending sports events

• Participating in theater plays

How did Dorothy Lamb's teaching influence the speaker's career?

• It motivated them to become a chef

• It encouraged them to become a scientist

• It inspired them to pursue journalism

• It led them to become a musician

What fields does the speaker try to blend into their journalism teaching?

• Literature, Music, Dance, Drama

• Mathematics, Science, History, Art

• Economics, Politics, Geography, Sociology

• Psychology, Technology, Education, Communication