Jane Krauss - Teachers Make a Difference - Jim Johnson

The transcript describes a teacher's significant impact on a student's view of education. The teacher, Jim Johnston, led a project where students created a historical and literary magazine. This project involved exploring the local community and documenting notable figures, such as Slim, an old gold miner living as a hermit. The experience broadened the student's perspective on the world around them.

What impact did Jim Johnston have on the author's view of education?

Describe the project that the author participated in during their social studies class.

Who was Slim and what was significant about his story?

What was the living situation of the old gold miner mentioned in the text?

How did the author feel about the experience of meeting Slim?