I am not an educator but have children, grand children and great grand children educated at what is considered some very good schools in the USA. In my opinion, learning should be enjoyable and without such a heavy homework load that it takes the student and family members helping to get it done. There should be time for exploration and discovery without everything being so regimented which would allow for more creativity. That alone with problem solving and critical thinking will be in high demand as our culture negotiates and navigates the years ahead.