For
Freedom motivates deeper engagement and learning ownership.
Against
Without structure, students may avoid essential but challenging topics.
Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.
“I don’t enjoy most school subjects a lot unless I choose them myself.”
“There should be more freedom and flexibility in what and how kids learn”
“That’s a bad idea. You really think 13-14 y/o are able to make a decision that will alter their whole life?”
“many kids need the structure and guidance of a set curriculum”