Matthew Lerner - Teachers Make a Difference

Matthew Lerner - Teachers Make a Difference

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English

10th - 11th Grade

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The transcript describes a transformative experience with a college course taught by John Barlow, which integrated diverse subjects like poetry, music, astronomy, and Greek numeracy. This interdisciplinary approach helped the speaker appreciate the interconnectedness of their interests and highlighted the role of a teacher in fostering self-discovery and understanding.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were some of the narrator's interests during high school?

Art and technology

Sports and literature

Science and history

Music, theater, and math

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who taught the college course that the narrator enrolled in?

Emily Dickinson

John Barlow

Greek philosopher

Astronomy professor

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unexpected topics were discussed in the college course?

Biology and chemistry

History and geography

Poetry and music

Astronomy and Greek numeracy

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What realization did the narrator have about the course's design?

It was unrelated to their interests

It was a traditional music course

It integrated various interests meaningfully

It was focused solely on poetry

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the narrator, what is a key role of a good teacher?

To provide specific knowledge

To bring out students' unique interests

To focus on one subject

To follow a strict curriculum