One of the most important for me is the need for students to develop technological fluency. Although we consider that most students are surrounded by technology 24/7, there is a need for them to do develop a metacognitive capacity of how and when to use certain tools, as well as the basic understanding and proficiency to employ them. This requires our students to be adaptable and to develop transferable technological competencies in order to use technology effectively in their learning and in their lives.
Building interpersonal relationships and learning how to work efficiently in collaborative settings is another key component of 21st education. As more positions require employees to work together, we must teach students how to pose and solve problems collaboratively, and to communicate during the process. This does not mean that independent work and intrapersonal understanding is less valuable, however, students must be prepared to use their independent thoughts and personal skills in these group settings.
While the concept of multitasking may be controversial, it is undeniable that students must be able to manage a variety of sources and streams of information simultaneously. Students need to analyze and synthesize ideas and arguments effectively in order to give critical judgments on what they see and hear. The content and quality of information, as well as its source, are fundamental skills in the digital age. Tied to this is the ability to evaluate multimedia texts. Students must be able to create and evaluate many different types of text, and understand the purpose of each. They must also be able to share their information for different audiences, on both a local and global scale.
As learning extends beyond the classroom, the local and even the national community, students must be able to consider their ethical responsibilities in a complex global environment. Integrated curricula allow for students to engage in real world problem-solving and the application of ideas in a meaningful context. Students must be able to consider the implications of their ideas and the perspectives of stakeholders, which requires the guidance of knowledgeable educators in order for students to acquire these skills.
21st century learning requires a focus on adaptable and transferable skills. Students will be faced with new tasks and environments in their futures, and whether they face them collaboratively or independently, they must be prepared to tackle these challenges. A focus on deeper understanding, technological fluency, flexibility and metacognition are fundamental in the 21st century classroom.
Building interpersonal relationships and learning how to work efficiently in collaborative settings is another key component of 21st education. As more positions require employees to work together, we must teach students how to pose and solve problems collaboratively, and to communicate during the process. This does not mean that independent work and intrapersonal understanding is less valuable, however, students must be prepared to use their independent thoughts and personal skills in these group settings.
While the concept of multitasking may be controversial, it is undeniable that students must be able to manage a variety of sources and streams of information simultaneously. Students need to analyze and synthesize ideas and arguments effectively in order to give critical judgments on what they see and hear. The content and quality of information, as well as its source, are fundamental skills in the digital age. Tied to this is the ability to evaluate multimedia texts. Students must be able to create and evaluate many different types of text, and understand the purpose of each. They must also be able to share their information for different audiences, on both a local and global scale.
As learning extends beyond the classroom, the local and even the national community, students must be able to consider their ethical responsibilities in a complex global environment. Integrated curricula allow for students to engage in real world problem-solving and the application of ideas in a meaningful context. Students must be able to consider the implications of their ideas and the perspectives of stakeholders, which requires the guidance of knowledgeable educators in order for students to acquire these skills.
21st century learning requires a focus on adaptable and transferable skills. Students will be faced with new tasks and environments in their futures, and whether they face them collaboratively or independently, they must be prepared to tackle these challenges. A focus on deeper understanding, technological fluency, flexibility and metacognition are fundamental in the 21st century classroom.
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