Matthew Lerner - Teachers Make a Difference

The transcript describes a transformative experience with a college course taught by John Barlow, which integrated diverse subjects like poetry, music, astronomy, and Greek numeracy. This interdisciplinary approach helped the speaker appreciate the interconnectedness of their interests and highlighted the role of a teacher in fostering self-discovery and understanding.

What diverse interests did the speaker have in high school?

How did the course on Emily Dickinson's poetry differ from the speaker's expectations?

What realization did the speaker come to about the essence of learning?

In what way did the teacher help the speaker appreciate their own interests?

What does the speaker believe is the job of a good teacher?