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Peter Gray on Unschooling and Teaching Children without Hierarchies

Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

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Redefining Learning: Play, Curiosity, and Community

This chapter examines the shift in social dynamics that has led to adult social awkwardness and the impact of age-segregated play environments on children's development. It advocates for self-directed education and mixed-age learning, highlighting how children can acquire essential skills naturally through engagement and peer interaction. The discussion critiques traditional schooling methods, emphasizing that true learning occurs when curiosity drives the process rather than imposed curricula.

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