Veronica Boix Mansilla - Teachers Make a Difference

The speaker reflects on the influence of Professor Edit Lid, who taught an innovative class on educational technologies in Argentina. The professor's approach to education involved engaging students in conversations about literature, movies, and societal issues, emphasizing the importance of understanding contemporary societies. This experience highlighted the role of educators in preparing students for global citizenship by staying informed and involved in societal debates.

Who was the influential professor mentioned by the narrator during their undergraduate studies?

• Carlos Perez

• Maria Gonzalez

• John Doe

• Edit Lid

What subject did Edit Lid teach that left a significant impact on the narrator?

• Physics

• History

• Educational Technologies

• Mathematics

What type of questions did Edit Lid ask the narrator to establish a connection?

• Questions about favorite sports

• Questions about future career plans

• Questions about academic performance

• Questions about personal interests and societal engagement

According to the narrator, what is a crucial part of an educator's role?

• Avoiding discussions on societal issues

• Focusing solely on academic subjects

• Understanding and engaging with contemporary societies

• Strictly following the curriculum

What activity does the narrator mention as part of an educator's homework?

• Analyzing societal issues through news

• Reading textbooks

• Attending faculty meetings

• Grading assignments