Explore the tension between traditional education and innovative learning approaches in this 28-minute conference talk from BSidesLV 2014. Delve into topics such as standardized testing, classroom dynamics, and the role of teachers. Examine alternative educational models like Seymour Papert's theories, the Hole in the Wall project, and MOOCs. Discover how hacker culture intersects with education, exploring concepts like critical thinking, augmented learning, constructionism, and systems thinking. Learn about the potential of hackerspaces and online communities in reinventing knowledge acquisition. Gain insights into how to bridge the gap between conventional schooling and more effective, freedom-oriented learning methodologies.