The Role of Literature and the Teacher in Dead Poets Society: Lessons for Today’s Educators – Dead Poets Society Review by Görkem Çankaya

Is it possible to teach differently without crossing a line? This review of Dead Poets Society revisits the film not just as a classic, but as a case study in education, exploring passion, pedagogy, and the emotional risks of inspiring students to think for themselves.

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Lomonosov’s Legacy: Reimagining Education in the Heart of Imperial Russia — Translation by İsmail Çetin

What does it take to build a university in a society rooted in class, privilege, and tradition? This translation explores M.V. Lomonosov’s radical vision for higher education in 18th century Russia, one that centers science, accessibility, and national identity. It’s not just a look at the past, but a reflection on what inclusive education should mean today.

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The Country of White Lilies Review by Yağızhan Akgül

What if the foundation of a nation wasn’t built on armies or riches, but on books, teachers, and classrooms? The Country of White Lilies paints a powerful picture of how education transformed Finland from a struggling society into a strong, enlightened nation. Through the inspiring ideas of figures like Johan Vilhelm Snellman, the book shows that real change begins not in politics, but in the minds of its people.

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The Role of Group Activity in the Teaching/Learning Process of FLE Translation by Berra Simay Günay

Group work in language learning is more than just sharing tasks, it’s about sharing ideas, building confidence, and learning from each other. Especially in learning French as a Foreign Language (FLE), working together can turn the classroom into a space of real communication and collaboration. To see how these ideas come to life in practice, take a look at a French to English translation by a student from Uludağ University, offering a closer perspective on group work in FLE classrooms.

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