Leisha Lucente - Passion Projects

The video discusses a teacher's journey in shaping their classroom vision, focusing on life skills beyond history. Initially, the teacher struggled with engagement but found success through passion projects, which allow students to explore topics of interest, fostering creativity and self-sufficiency. The teacher highlights the importance of giving students a voice in their learning to combat apathy and encourage lifelong learning.

What was the teacher's primary focus during their first year of teaching?

• Building a community of learners

• Surviving the challenges of teaching

• Implementing passion projects

• Teaching advanced history topics

What are passion projects designed to do?

• Help students memorize historical facts

• Allow students to explore personal interests

• Teach students about American history

• Prepare students for standardized tests

Which of the following topics did students explore in their passion projects?

• The Industrial Revolution

• World War II

• Chinese fashion

• The American Civil War

What skill does the teacher hope students will develop through passion projects?

• The ability to follow instructions

• The ability to write essays

• The ability to seek information independently

• The ability to memorize dates

Why does the teacher value passion projects over traditional history teaching?

• They require less preparation

• They encourage students to become lifelong learners

• They cover more historical content

• They are easier to grade