Ann Sørum Michaelsen - Teachers Make a Difference - Svein Johansen

The speaker reflects on their high school experience, focusing on a French teacher who left a lasting impression due to his emphasis on building strong relationships with students. This teacher's approach to teaching French involved active language use, which helped students retain knowledge. The speaker highlights the teacher's dedication, noting that he maintained connections with students long after they graduated. Despite the challenges of the current times, the teacher's legacy of caring and effective teaching methods continues to inspire.

What aspect of the French teacher's approach is emphasized as crucial for creating a positive learning environment?

• Homework assignments

• Strict discipline

• Building relationships

• Frequent testing

How often did the speaker and their classmates meet their French teacher after high school?

• Every month

• Every six months

• Every two years

• Once a year

What is the speaker's emotional response to the teacher's current health condition?

• Indifference

• Anger

• Happiness

• Sadness

What teaching method did the French teacher use to help students learn the language effectively?

• Watching French movies

• Using language actively in questions and answers

• Reading French literature

• Memorizing vocabulary lists

What was unique about the French teacher's approach to students who were not interested in learning?

• He gave them extra homework

• He punished them

• He called them up and encouraged them to return to school

• He ignored them