Hi kaylinart
I agree that the school system in many countries doesn't provide the kids with what the actually need and in the way they need it. Learning is no more fun to them and it is sad to see that many of them quit learning new things completely because of school. You mentioned that competition is also not helping in shaping a better school system.
I recently saw this video by Gary Vaynerchuk. I'm not a huge fan and agree with everything he says, but his point is that competition is somehow important when you want to grow and become successful. But we neglect this fact more and more because it is not political correct.
What are your thoughts on this? Open discussion for anyone to join.