Stand and Deliver Movie Flashcards

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Who is Jaime Escalante?

Teacher

What was his job before teaching?

Computer company

What was he hired to teach?

Computers

Where does he teach?

East L.A. Signup and view all the answers

What was his first day like?

Disrespected; bell was rigged Signup and view all the answers

What happened to his car the first day?

Window broken & radio stolen Signup and view all the answers

What did he propose in the teacher's meeting?

Teach calculus Signup and view all the answers

What nickname did Angel get?

Hairnet man Signup and view all the answers

What level are his students when he arrives? In a year?

Lowest level math; calculus Signup and view all the answers

How does Escalante help Angel?

Gives him 3 books Signup and view all the answers

What tricks does Escalante use to motivate his students?

Apples for fractions, chair in front of the room, chanting Signup and view all the answers

What interfered with Guadalupe's education?

Taking care of family Signup and view all the answers

Why was Anita going to quit?

Her dad made her work at the family business Signup and view all the answers

How did Escalante help Anita?

Talked to her dad Signup and view all the answers

What test do the students take?

Advanced placement Calculus Signup and view all the answers

How long did the students study for the test?

All summer Signup and view all the answers

How many students took the test? How many passed?

18 out of 18 Signup and view all the answers

Name 3 family problems that almost keep students from achieving their goals.

Siblings, illness, helping parents/grandparents Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Escalante due to stress?

Heart attack Signup and view all the answers

Why did the test officials think the students cheated?

They all missed the same questions Signup and view all the answers

How did the students feel after being accused?

Mad, sad, offended Signup and view all the answers

What did Escalante say to the test reps?

He wanted to see the scores; he accused them of discrimination Signup and view all the answers

Why did Escalante want his students to retake the test?

To prove that they didn't cheat Signup and view all the answers

What were the 2nd round's results?

They all passed and many perfect scores Signup and view all the answers

What nickname did they give Escalante?

Kimo Signup and view all the answers

Why did Escalante think his students should study calculus?

College credit Signup and view all the answers

Explain what this meant: 'Tough guys don't do math, tough guys deep-fry chicken for a living.'

Escalante was referring to Angel's cockiness and how without education, he might not achieve his goals. Signup and view all the answers

Explain: 'There are some people in this world who assume you know less than you do because of your name and your complexion, but math is a great equalizer.'

Escalante suggests that knowledge of math transcends race and background. Signup and view all the answers

'Those scores would have never been questioned if my kids did not have Spanish surnames and come from barrio schools. You know that!' Do you agree or disagree? Why?

They suspected the class of cheating because of their race. Signup and view all the answers

What comments of the teacher was he called on from a student?

Using student's personal life to entertain the class Signup and view all the answers

What is 'ganas'?

To have the desire Signup and view all the answers

What is needed to be successful in achieving your goals? (3)

Hard work, sacrifice, believe in yourself Signup and view all the answers

What attitude did the parents have about learning?

Not necessary, especially for girls Signup and view all the answers

Where did Kimo say that their number sense came from?

Aztec ancestors Signup and view all the answers

Why did Pancho not want to take the summer classes?

He could make more money working for his uncle Signup and view all the answers

What did one of the mothers say to her daughter about taking the calculus class?

Boys don't marry smart girls Signup and view all the answers

What did he use to teach fractions?

Pieces of apple Signup and view all the answers

How did he explain negative numbers?

Digging a hole Signup and view all the answers

What did Angel mean about Kimo not ever listening?

He would not ever listen to reasons, not excuses Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Jaime Escalante

Escalante was a teacher renowned for his unique teaching methods and commitment to inspiring students.
Before teaching, he worked at a computer company.

Teaching Subject and Location

Initially hired to teach computers at an East L.A. high school.
Faced challenges on the first day, including disrespect and a rigged bell system.

Early Challenges

His car was vandalized on the first day; the window was broken, and the radio was stolen.
Despite these setbacks, he proposed to teach calculus during a teachers' meeting.

Student Engagement

Escalante's approach included creative motivational strategies, like using apples for fractions and chanting for engagement.
He transformed his lowest-level math students to participate in advanced placement calculus within a year.

Student Support and Issues

He provided Angel with three textbooks to support his education.
Various family issues, such as illness and responsibilities, posed challenges for students like Guadalupe and Anita.

Overcoming Obstacles

Escalante advocated for students like Anita, negotiating with her father to help her continue her education.
Students prepared intensively for the Advanced Placement Calculus test, studying all summer.

Test Results

All students (18 out of 18) passed the test, raising questions about potential cheating due to identical wrong answers.
This led to accusations from test officials, who suspected the students due to racial biases.

Escalante's Response

Escalante felt offended by the accusations and confronted test representatives about perceived discrimination.
He insisted students retake the test to prove their capabilities.

Results of Retake

In the second round, all students passed again, with numerous perfect scores.

Educational Philosophy

Escalante emphasized the importance of calculus for college credit and future opportunities.
He highlighted that competence in math can serve as a great equalizer regardless of background.

Influential Quotes and Attitudes

Noted the prejudice many face based on their names and appearance, citing math as a bridge to equality.
He encountered cultural beliefs, especially among parents, that education, particularly for girls, was unnecessary.

Cultural Connections

Kimo linked students' numerical skills to their Aztec heritage, enhancing cultural pride.
Some students, like Pancho, chose immediate job opportunities over educational commitments due to financial pressures.

Innovative Teaching Methods

Escalante used creative visual aids—for instance, pieces of apple to explain fractions and the concept of digging a hole to illustrate negative numbers.

Student Perspectives

Angel expressed that Kimo wouldn't listen to excuses but rather to well-reasoned arguments.
Concerns about societal views on educated women emerged, showcasing students' struggles against traditional norms.

Key Values for Success

Escalante instilled the values of hard work, sacrifice, and self-belief as crucial to achieving one's goals.
"Ganas," or the desire to succeed, was emphasized as essential in overcoming educational barriers.

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Test your knowledge of the characters and events in the movie 'Stand and Deliver' with these flashcards. This quiz features key figures like Jaime Escalante and significant moments that shaped his teaching journey in East L.A.