Maryknoll Students' Experience in Majuro

The video documents a group of Maryknoll students traveling to Majuro in the Marshall Islands to assist with a summer program at Assumption High School. They teach English and basic pre-Algebra, focusing on interactive methods. This year, they emphasized science, particularly global climate change, and conducted hands-on experiments. The trip offered cultural insights and personal growth, highlighting the importance of family in Majuro. The experience was transformative, shifting perspectives on life and technology.

What was the teacher's main concern before going to Majuro?

• Not having enough sunscreen

• Getting along with the people

• Language barrier

• Missing home

What is the primary goal of the Maryknoll students' trip to Majuro?

• To explore the islands

• To conduct scientific research

• To assist with the summer program at Assumption High School

• To learn a new language

What did the students use to teach English lessons?

• Textbooks

• Interactive games with a ball

• Online resources

• Flashcards

Which subject was emphasized in the Maryknoll students' teaching curriculum?

• Art

• History

• Geography

• Science, specifically global climate change

What did the students learn about in their science lessons?

• The water cycle

• Photosynthesis

• Gravity, momentum, and force

• Animal habitats

What hands-on activity did the students participate in during their field trip?

• Fishing

• Taking water samples and learning about local plants

• Building a shelter

• Bird watching

How did the trip to Majuro change the teacher's perspective?

• It made them appreciate technology more

• It was a humbling experience that emphasized the importance of family

• It made them want to travel more

• It was a challenging experience they wouldn't repeat

What was a key value observed in Majuro's culture?

• Wealth

• Education

• Independence

• Family

What was the reaction of the people in Majuro when the Maryknoll students left?

• They threw a party

• They cried

• They celebrated

• They were indifferent

What was the teacher's initial struggle upon arriving in Majuro?

• Learning the local language

• Being away from technology

• Adapting to the climate

• Finding suitable accommodation