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Title: BACKTALK.
Authors: Labaree, David F. (AUTHOR)
Source: Phi Delta Kappan. Spring2026, Vol. 107 Issue 5/6, p68-68. 1p.
Subject Terms: *Education theory, *Socioeconomic status, *Individual development, *Instructional systems, *Male college students, Risk-taking behavior, Societal growth
Geographic Terms: United States
Abstract: The article focuses on the concept of "overschooling" in the United States, arguing that excessive time spent in formal education may hinder personal development and risk-taking essential for social and economic progress. It highlights how modern education systems increasingly manage students' lives, limiting free, unstructured experiences and disproportionately affecting boys, who often struggle with the constraints of classroom norms. The author suggests that reducing the amount of schooling might better prepare young people for real-world challenges by fostering resilience and initiative rather than conformity and risk aversion. [Extracted from the article]
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