Dan O'Sullivan - Teachers Make a Difference - John J.T. Thompson

The transcript discusses the influence of John JT Thompson, a notable teacher in computer programming, who taught the speaker Macromedia Director's Lingo language. Despite being an expert, Thompson showed humility by admitting when he didn't know something and worked through problems collaboratively. This approach influenced the speaker's own teaching style, emphasizing the importance of humility and collaboration. The transcript also mentions Dan Shipman, a teacher with a similar approach, highlighting the legacy of Thompson's teaching style.

Who was the teacher that left a significant impact on the speaker's learning experience?

• San Francisco

• Dan Shipman

• Macromedia Director

• John JT Thompson

What programming language was the speaker learning from John JT Thompson?

• C++

• Lingo

• JavaScript

• Python

What was John's response when he encountered a problem he didn't know the answer to?

• He admitted he didn't know and worked through it

• He ignored the problem

• He referred to a manual

• He pretended to know the answer

What characteristic is shared by both John Thompson and Dan Shipman in their teaching approach?

• They always have the answers ready

• They avoid difficult questions

• They think through problems with students

• They rely solely on textbooks

Why is it important for teachers to show humility according to the speaker?

• It ensures they never make mistakes

• It makes them appear more knowledgeable

• It allows them to avoid difficult questions

• It helps them connect better with students