Mike Klonsky - Teachers Make a Difference - My Influencers

The transcript discusses the influence of the civil rights movement on education, highlighting the role of freedom schools and key figures like Ella Baker and Bob Moses. It explores the development of progressive and democratic education, influenced by thinkers like Paulo Freire and Deborah Meier, leading to the small schools movement in cities like Chicago and New York. The narrative also touches on the challenges faced by these movements, such as privatization and charter schools. The importance of educators in driving school reform is emphasized, with a nod to historical debates on the role of education in societal change.

What was the purpose of the freedom schools movement?

How did the citizens' citizenship schools help people during the civil rights movement?

What were some of the key influences on the small schools movement mentioned in the text?

What challenges did teachers face when trying to implement ideas from Central Park East in Chicago?

What was the impact of the charter school movement on the small schools movement?

How did the speaker's brother influence his views on school change?

What is the significance of the radio show 'Hitting Left' in relation to education and social change?