"I like a teacher who gives you something
to take home to think about besides homework."
Lily Tomlin as "Edith Ann"
Lily Tomlin as "Edith Ann"
As I was reading about managing
large classes and using interactive PowerPoint as a way to engage students,
many memories crossed my mind.
As a student, I tried to remember a
moment I was engaged in the learning process. Suddenly, an experience as a
High School student popped up. The group was large, but the Fine Arts
teacher had a way to engage us all. He had this passion for Picasso and that
day he brought “Guernica”. That was back in the 80s, so he showed slides. We
were all glued to those images. He would ask us what we thought those parts on
the painting meant and bits by bits we would exchange insights and learn about
the historical context. After that class, my dream was to go to Spain and see
that painting. Eventually, I saw “Guernica” in Reina Sofia and all those
feelings came to the scene. What a memorable class! What a memorable teacher! I
still remember his name: Negrone.
Who’s your memorable teacher?
How did that teacher engage you?
Helô
Hi Helo,
ReplyDeleteI have some memorable teachers, too. When I first went back to school, when my kids were in school and I had some time to devote to myself, I had the most wonderful writing teachers who was so encouraging. She supported me and encouraged me to write. She made a huge difference in my life and gave me a giant push back to full-time university. I will never forget her. I wish I could thank her.
Donna