Video Clip for Classroom Use

Here's a YouTube clip from Dead Poet Society for use in the classroom:

During weeks 6-9 of the term, we are taking a look at Post-World War 2 American poetry. Following an introductory lesson with a sampling of several expressive poems, we will to turn to a movie, Dead Poet Society, to see a teacher who used poetry and a positive example to encourage his students to live to the fullest. I have chosen to watch this movie this week for 3 main purposes: (1) This movie presents poetry as an art to be appreciated and inspired by rather than a formula, as my students have been taught to see it previously. (2) Students are senior college students, preparing to be teachers after graduation; the movie presents a strong example of a teacher who went against the current and used non-traditional methods. (3) Students need a rest from their busy schedules, and they enjoy watching English movies.