The speaker reflects on a significant teacher, David Carr, who taught sociology. Carr emphasized the importance of engaging with the subject rather than focusing solely on grades. His passionate and clear teaching style left a lasting impression, resulting in all students achieving high grades. The key takeaway is that meaningful engagement leads to success.

What was the name of the teacher mentioned in the text?

What subject did David Carr teach?

What important lesson did the teacher emphasize regarding exams?

How did David Carr's teaching style impact the students?

What was the outcome for the students in terms of grades after taking his class?