Teaching Shakespeare in a Maximum Security Prison - NPR Interview
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What prompted Laura Bates to start teaching Shakespeare to prisoners in a super max unit?

  • Receiving a grant for a Shakespeare education program
  • Having expertise in teaching Shakespeare to college students
  • Being approached by the administration to start a program
  • Discovering the lack of education available in the super max unit (correct)
  • What did Laura Bates's prisoner-students inform her about Don?

  • He was released on parole
  • He was given special privileges for good behavior
  • He was transferred to a highly restricted unit (correct)
  • He was excelling in his studies
  • Why did Laura Bates believe that the prisoners in the super max unit needed education the most?

  • They were well-known for their intelligence
  • They were deprived of educational opportunities (correct)
  • They had a strong background in literature
  • They requested specialized Shakespeare lessons
  • What did the warden do to support Laura Bates's initiative to teach Shakespeare in the super max unit?

    <p>Allowed her access to the super max unit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What misconception had the prisoners in the super max unit repeatedly been told about their capabilities?

    <p>They were not intelligent enough for educational endeavors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What unique aspect of the super max unit made it challenging for Laura Bates to introduce an educational program?

    <p>'Worst of the worst' label discouraging educational efforts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did many people initially think Laura Bates was crazy?

    <p>For teaching Shakespeare in a maximum security prison.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of facility did Laura Bates teach Shakespeare?

    <p>Super max facility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title of Laura Bates' book that discusses her experience teaching Shakespeare in prison?

    <p>Shakespeare Saved My Life: Ten Years in Solitary with the Bard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did many of the prisoners find when reading Shakespeare's works?

    <p>A deep connection with the playwright's words.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where was Laura Bates' teaching experience with Shakespeare discussed?

    <p>On a radio show hosted by Michel Martin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of actors come to mind when most people think of Shakespeare?

    <p>Well-trained actors performing in beautifully appointed theaters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Laura Bates' Initiative to Teach Shakespeare in Prison

    • Laura Bates started teaching Shakespeare to prisoners in a super max unit.

    Prisoner-Students' Insights

    • Prisoner-students informed Laura Bates about Don, revealing a deeper understanding of the character.

    Importance of Education in Prison

    • Laura Bates believed that prisoners in the super max unit needed education the most due to their circumstances.

    Warden's Support

    • The warden supported Laura Bates' initiative to teach Shakespeare in the super max unit.

    Misconceptions about Prisoners

    • Prisoners in the super max unit were repeatedly told that they were incapable of educational pursuits.

    Challenges of Teaching in Super Max Unit

    • The unique aspect of the super max unit that made it challenging for Laura Bates to introduce an educational program was the high-security environment.

    Skepticism about Laura Bates' Initiative

    • Many people initially thought Laura Bates was crazy for teaching Shakespeare in a super max unit.

    Teaching Environment

    • Laura Bates taught Shakespeare in a super max prison facility.

    Laura Bates' Book

    • Laura Bates wrote a book titled "Shakespeare Saved My Life" about her experience teaching Shakespeare in prison.

    Prisoners' Connection to Shakespeare

    • Many prisoners found that Shakespeare's works resonated with their own experiences and emotions.

    Discussion of Laura Bates' Experience

    • Laura Bates' teaching experience with Shakespeare was discussed in various forums and media outlets.

    Typical Perception of Shakespearean Actors

    • When most people think of Shakespeare, they usually imagine traditional, classical actors.

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