“If you fall behind, run faster. Never give up, never surrender, and rise up against the odds.” Teach Different with Rev. Jesse Jackson

In this episode, Steve Fouts and Jesse Risley, a seasoned social studies teacher from Illinois, explore a powerful quote from the late Reverend Jesse Jackson: “If you fall behind, run faster. Never give up, never surrender, and rise up against the odds.” They unpack the claim of the quote, emphasizing the power of perseverance. They then explore the counterclaim, suggesting that there is power in knowing when to quit. Lastly, they present some thought-provoking essential questions for further discussion.  

Chapters: 

00:00 – Exploring Jesse Jackson’s Quote on Perseverance 

02:47 – Personal Experiences with Perseverance in Teaching 

08:59 – The Impact of COVID-19 on Students 

14:05 – Counterclaims: When to Know When to Quit 

21:33 – The Worth of Perseverance and Essential Questions 

26:03 – The Role of Quotes in Education and Student Engagement 

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