Less School Means More Learning | Lauren Bailey | TEDxVista Youth
TEDx Talks·2025-10-07 14:51

Education System & Student Well-being - A 4-day school week with a remote learning day balances instruction with self-motivation and relaxation, promoting a healthy school-life balance [4] - Remote learning cultivates self-motivation, productivity, and time management skills in teenagers [4][5] - Time management skills developed through remote learning are crucial for college and sought after by employers [5] - Free time during adolescence allows students to explore passions and make confident career choices [5] - A strong school-life balance correlates with a clearer understanding of future aspirations, with 76% of students knowing their desired career path [5] - Yale University reports that 75% of high school students have negative feelings towards school [8] - Enjoying school can motivate students to continue formal schooling [10] Impact on Future - The education system prepares students for the future by nurturing time management skills, providing free time, and fostering a passion for learning [13] - Students need to love school to pursue further education and contribute to society as doctors, electricians, and teachers [11]