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[quote=Anonymous]I'm a high school English teacher, and I've taught in multiple countries other than the US.  It's the same everywhere.  Different countries and different schools have wildly contrasting views and policies re: homework, extracurriculars, weekend academic programs, etc, but none of those things make a real difference.  The real issue is a combo of: screen addiction, too much time in front of a screen in general, easily accessed summaries and "study guides" and cheating sites for every book, and social media.

The effect is dramatic and it is bad.  The kids can't read.  I've been teaching for almost 20 years, and the difference between what teens can do now vs. in the earlier years of my career is shocking.

If I had a rich backer, I would like to start a boarding school that is screen-free (except for select library activities), with kids living without smartphones or computers, a great deal of time spent socializing in real life and being outside, and real books.

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