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There exists now the peer-matching network that Illich predicted in Deschooling Society 1971

" The user would identify himself by name and address and describe the activity for which he sought a peer. A computer would send him back the names and addresses of all those who had inserted the same description. It is amazing that such a simple utility has never been used on a broad scale for publicly valued activity."

Now the 8 year olds are texting and organizing their own parties and scooter around at 20 km/hr.
8 yr olds are picking fruit and vegetables.
10 yr olds are repairing bicycle tires.
12 yr olds are operating electric tractors
All in an interrelated learning environment without the institutionalized education structure.
Now the popcorn, sitting back and watching school strikes and student walk-offs.