Education propels the youth in the right, proper and straight direction, They choose their ways and directions of lives. With this, they set goals for themselves and strive to achieve them.

Formal learning is usually an organized activity in a classroom . Formal learning is also called structured learning for ex classroom instruction, web-based training, remote labs, e-learning courses, workshops, seminars, webinars are some examples of formal learning.

Informal learning refers to learning that occurs away from a structured, formal classroom environment Examples of informal learning are  viewing videos, self-study, reading articles, participating in forums and chat rooms, performance support, coaching sessions and games. Informal learning is usually unstructured, spontaneous and very often, unintentional.

Informal learning takes place outside schools and colleges and arises from the learner’s involvement in activities that are not undertaken with a learning purpose in mind like swimming classes for small children, sports clubs of various kinds for all ages, reading groups, debating societies etc.

When children learn to read and write in their first language, they generally do so as part of their formal education and as a result of conscious effort. The literacy of young children benefits from their out-of-school engagement in the reading they undertake for pleasure or in pursuit of a special interest.

 The Gurukul system of education in the Vedic period referred to a residential type of schooling, where the shishyas would reside in or near the Gurus home and acquire knowledge from the teacher. Not only would the pupils acquire knowledge on various subjects taught, but would also learn the way of life.

With More modernization today , parents think that learning should be more formal and structured , they forget that everything a child does right from speaking , writing, memorizing, getting scolding from teachers, coordinating with friends fights and arguments with peers, teaches them a lesson , to learn the way of life.

Conclusion

Students can only study effectively if they are given a strong emphasis on practical knowledge. However, our current educational system only values academic knowledge and cramming, which is insufficient. The Gurukul method emphasized practical knowledge that prepared students for success in all aspects of life. In today’s world, this can be accomplished by combining academics and extracurricular activities, as well as teaching mindfulness and spiritual awareness to help students become better individuals.

Today’s education is primarily centered on a rank-based system that is motivated by hostility toward one’s peers. Parents who judge their children’s knowledge only on the basis of their academic success throw fuel to the fire. Instead, the Gurukul system can be used to implement a value-based system that focuses on a child’s individuality so that they can thrive in their chosen field. This will also help to develop a decent character that is free of harsh competition and high-stress levels, both of which can lead to depression.

We can conclude that all education leads to learning however all learning may not necessary lead to Education, it teaches us beyond that.