Did my PPL in 2005 and I was taught to recover from spins along with 2 hours of how to avoid them in the first place.
To be honest I think it is a valuable exercise under the appropriate supervision and conditions. I has stuck in my mind and I will never forget that lesson as both the actions to prevent and recover from a spin and as a great days flying.
I always suggest to people that are training now to take a flight with an aerobatic instructor for spin training as it could save your life.
Nick