Colin Campbell - Teachers Make a Difference - Dr. Ira Harvaky

The transcript describes a transformative class taught by Dr. Ira Harkavy at the University of Pennsylvania, focusing on University and Community Relations. Students were challenged to read about educational theory and urban planning, design community outreach programs, and implement them to create real-world change. The speaker, from a theater background, created an improv class for struggling middle school students. The experience highlighted the power of being useful and the importance of helping others in finding one's purpose.

What was the extraordinary challenge presented by Doctor Harkavy in his class?

In what ways did the students have to enact real-world change by the end of the semester?

How did the author apply their theater background in the community program designed for the local middle school?

What impact did Doctor Harkavy have on the author's perspective regarding the power of being useful?

What lesson did Doctor Harkavy teach about finding one's meaning and purpose?