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flag A Shanghai teen is homeschooled amid rising youth unemployment and AI concerns, seeking creative, flexible learning outside China’s rigid school system.

flag Fourteen-year-old Estella in Shanghai is homeschooled after her parents left China’s intense public school system, seeking a more flexible, creative education amid concerns about AI’s impact on future jobs. flag Though officially banned, homeschooling is increasingly common, with families citing rising youth unemployment—18.9% for ages 16 to 24—and the diminishing value of elite degrees as key reasons. flag Estella studies Spanish, rock climbing, and acupuncture at home, avoiding exam pressure, while parents use AI tools for curriculum design. flag Some plan to re-enroll children in school later due to socialization concerns, but many believe self-directed learning fosters confidence and adaptability in a changing world.

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