Beth Hennessey - Teachers Make a Difference

The transcript describes a memorable learning experience led by Mr. Wesley Frost, a middle school teacher. Students were divided into teams to create a fictional civilization, considering aspects like culture, history, and governance. They built artifacts and conducted an archaeological dig to uncover each other's creations. This hands-on project fostered excitement and interest in archaeology and anthropology, leaving a lasting impact on the students.

What was the primary subject taught by Mr. Wesley Frost?

• Art

• Science

• Social Studies

• Mathematics

What was the main task for the students in the first half of the school year?

• To build a model city

• To write a research paper

• To create a new language

• To devise an entire civilization

What did the students do with the artifacts they created?

• Buried them in archaeological plots

• Sold them at a school fair

• Used them in a play

• Displayed them in a museum

What tools did the students use to excavate the artifacts?

• Brushes and magnifying glasses

• Spades and rakes

• Tiny shovels and toothbrushes

• Hammers and chisels

What long-term interest did the narrator develop from this experience?

• Becoming a historian

• Becoming a scientist

• Becoming an archaeologist or cultural anthropologist

• Becoming a teacher