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Carpe Diem By Mr Keating

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“Carpe Diem” a quote by Mr. Keating, a teacher in the movie “Dead Poets Society” uses this philosophy which means “Seize the day”. The 1989 film takes place in 1959. He thought his students should use little thought from textbooks and think with their own ideals, in a school where Tradition, Honor, Discipline, and Excellence are praised. In today’s society, this practice appeals more to parents and colleagues. For parents and Teachers in 1959, Mr. Keating’s teaching style was not approved of. But in today’s less traditional society could they view this “Carpe Diem” teaching style differently? Mr. Keating’s style could be positive and could be negative. Some prefer a classroom where students can think for themselves rather than follow a textbook.

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