Saridan is considered to have the quintessential example of Duntrekker education. Emphasis not so much on the partaking of information but rather with developing the pupil’s character and moral sense, so that he may learn to practice self-mastery and remain virtuous even in the unnatural and imperfect society in which he will have to live. - emphasis on making ethical decisions and behaving in ethical ways; rhetoric - given Duntrekker emphasis on independence and individualism, education is based around the critical thinking of pupils & their moral character