I raised six kids; I understand what you are saying WRT controlling a classroom, but through the 80s and 90s there was a trend toward mindless acceptance of all that was presented in the classroom, most of which was nonsense.
You have a point in regard to some of what passes as *education*. However, I find the younger generation more inclined to question everything, not less. Of course, their questions are usually not very deep.... ;)
susie