In recent times, whilst proponents hold the view that the new generation should be inspired to compete, opponents have a diverse perspective. However, I am a staunch believer that the new generation who learned in a cooperative environment will be more helpful in the future.
On the one hand, a category of individuals believes that competition could be healthy and fun if it has been kept in perspective. In other words, healthy, competition inspires students to do their best, when students compete, they become more inquisitive, research independently, and learn to work with others. For example, the new UK national curriculum nowadays includes a requirement for primary schools to provide competitive sports, because the juveniles strive to do more than is required. What can be said is that a supportive competitive environment prepares children for future situations, whether it is applied to college, or seeking a promotion, and it can teach a child to accept failure without losing self-esteem.
On the other hand, cooperative learning is marvelously successful in helping educators to communicate effectively. To illustrate, if learners cooperate with their colloquies in an educational environment, they will trust in others, accept those who are different from themselves, and feel satisfied. An eminent example is in American schools which use it to enhance student engagement and promote critical achievement. Thus, it can seen that cooperation is the thing that should be strived for today, being where competition leaves off.
In conclusion, by highlighting the above-mentioned points, it can be reiterated that competition can be a double-edged sword for children because promoting positive values should be done under healthy conditions. In my opinion, there are enough opportunities in life for children to have disappointments, and learn to handle that. At school, teachers help them to get ready for all stages of life. We do not need them to lose while they are not adults.