1. It is a comprehensive system that respects students' intelligence, invests in teachers, and moves schools away from excessive standardization, leading to solid academic results and narrow gaps between students.

2. Finnish education is built on trust, professionalism, and a genuine sense of learning. If we in Ecuador were to adopt these values—especially by strengthening teachers and freeing ourselves from the pressure of standardized exams—we could move toward a more equitable, motivating, and effective system. This doesn't mean mechanically copying, but rather adapting these principles to the Ecuadorian context.