Jonathan Supovitz - Teachers Make a Difference - Mr. Myron, Miss Lyman and Miss Henry

The speaker reflects on various teachers from their educational journey, highlighting both positive and negative experiences. They recall a memorable lesson on positive and negative numbers from Mr. Myron, a less effective classroom environment with Mrs. Lyman, and an engaging English class with Miss Henry. The speaker emphasizes the importance of consistently good teaching and the challenge of educational reform to ensure quality education for all students.

What unique method did Mr. Myron use to explain positive and negative numbers?

• Using a number line

• Using positive and negative cats

• Using a balance scale

• Using colored blocks

What was the main issue in Mrs. Lyman's classroom?

• Lack of teaching materials

• Students were too advanced

• Classroom chaos due to her obliviousness

• Too much homework

Which book did Miss Henry engage her students with?

• To Kill a Mockingbird

• Bartleby, the Scrivener

• Moby Dick

• Pride and Prejudice

What is the main challenge in educational reform according to the narrator?

• Implementing more technology in classrooms

• Increasing teacher salaries

• Reducing class sizes

• Providing consistently good educational experiences

What does the narrator suggest is necessary for educational reform?

• More extracurricular activities

• Longer school hours

• Better systems and structures

• More funding for schools