Ginny Lowe Connors - Teachers Make a Difference - Mrs. Dembrowski

The transcript describes the profound impact of Mrs. Dembrowski, a 6th-grade teacher, who intuitively understood multiple intelligences before it became a trend. She made every student feel special and encouraged learning through creative projects. The narrator shares a personal story about writing a tale set in India, which Mrs. Dembrowski appreciated and shared with the class. Her teaching style was patient yet firm, nurturing students' confidence and personal growth, even for those who were daydreamers or messy. Her influence left a lasting impression, making her a great teacher.

What educational concept did Mrs. Dembrowski understand before it became widely recognized?

• Behavioral Learning

• Emotional Intelligence

• Multiple Intelligences

• Cognitive Development

How did students demonstrate their learning in Mrs. Dembrowski's class?

• Through group discussions

• By completing projects

• Through oral presentations

• By taking written exams

What was the theme of the narrator's story for the social studies project?

• A journey to ancient Egypt

• A trip to India on a magic carpet

• A voyage to the North Pole

• An adventure in the Amazon rainforest

Which quality of Mrs. Dembrowski helped students feel confident and valued?

• Her strictness

• Her patience

• Her humor

• Her competitiveness

What type of student did the narrator describe themselves as?

• A quiet observer

• A perfectionist

• A daydreamer

• A leader