The 21st Centruy Classroom
Learning for the 21st Century
Six key elements for fostering 21st century learning is excerpted and adapted from Learning for the 21st Century
For more information, click on the following link (http://theconnectedclassroom.wikispaces.com/Classroom) and read more about the connected classroom.
Learning for the 21st Century
Six key elements for fostering 21st century learning is excerpted and adapted from Learning for the 21st Century
- Information and communications skills Examples: Using communication, information processing, and research tools (such as word processing, e-mail, groupware, presentation software, and the Internet) to access, manage, integrate, evaluate, create, and communicate information). These skills include information and media literacy skills.
- Thinking and problem-solving skills Examples: Using problem-solving tools (such as spreadsheets, decision support, and design tools) to manage complexity, solve problems, and think critically, creatively, and systematically.
- Interpersonal and self-directional skills Examples: Using personal development and productivity tools (such as e-learning, time managers, and collaboration tools) to enhance productivity and personal development. These skills include accountability and adaptability skills.
- Use digital technology and communication tools to access, manage, integrate and evaluate information; Construct new knowledge; Communicate with others effectively. Examples: Using 21st Century tools (such as word processing, e-mail, presentation software, the Internet, spreadsheets, decision support programs, design tools, e-learning, time management programs, and collaboration tools) combined with learning skills in core subjects equals 21st Century Skills (ICT Literacy)Teach and learn in a 21st century context.
- Learn academic content through real-world examples; Learning must expand beyond the four classroom wallsTeach and learn 21st century content (3 emerging content areas) Global awareness Financial, economic and business literacy, and Civic literacy.
For more information, click on the following link (http://theconnectedclassroom.wikispaces.com/Classroom) and read more about the connected classroom.