Ira Shor - Teachers Make a Difference - Harvey Goldberg & Paulo Freire

The video reflects on the impact of influential teachers, particularly Harvey Goldberg, and the speaker's academic journey. It discusses the challenges faced while teaching at a community college and the discovery of Paulo Freire's critical pedagogy. The speaker emphasizes the importance of questioning the status quo and adapting teaching methods to engage students in a society facing significant challenges like inequality and global warming.

What was unique about Harvey Goldberg's lectures that made them memorable for the speaker?

• They were delivered with great passion and insight.

• They included interactive activities.

• They were held in a small classroom.

• They focused on modern technology.

What realization did the speaker have when teaching at a community college?

• The college had excellent resources.

• Intellectual approaches were not engaging for all students.

• Students were eager to learn through lectures.

• Traditional teaching methods were highly effective.

How did Paulo Freire's work influence the speaker's teaching approach?

• It suggested using more technology.

• It focused on memorization techniques.

• It emphasized resolving the teacher-student contradiction.

• It encouraged more lectures.

What was the speaker's goal in developing a critical pedagogy for working-class students?

• To avoid any form of critical thinking.

• To focus solely on academic success.

• To maintain the status quo.

• To inspire students to question societal norms.

What societal issues does the speaker believe need to be addressed through education?

• Sports and entertainment.

• Global trade policies.

• Economic inequality and environmental challenges.

• Technological advancements.