1) The document discusses key learning and innovation skills needed for the 21st century such as creativity, critical thinking, communication and collaboration.
2) Examples of innovation skills are provided, including imagination, problem-solving, critical thinking, and flexibility.
3) The document also covers information, media and technology skills such as information literacy, media literacy, and ICT (Information and Communications Technology) literacy.
4) Finally, the document discusses important life and career skills including flexibility and adaptability, initiative and self-direction, social and cross-cultural skills, and productivity and accountability.
1) The document discusses key learning and innovation skills needed for the 21st century such as creativity, critical thinking, communication and collaboration.
2) Examples of innovation skills are provided, including imagination, problem-solving, critical thinking, and flexibility.
3) The document also covers information, media and technology skills such as information literacy, media literacy, and ICT (Information and Communications Technology) literacy.
4) Finally, the document discusses important life and career skills including flexibility and adaptability, initiative and self-direction, social and cross-cultural skills, and productivity and accountability.
1) The document discusses key learning and innovation skills needed for the 21st century such as creativity, critical thinking, communication and collaboration.
2) Examples of innovation skills are provided, including imagination, problem-solving, critical thinking, and flexibility.
3) The document also covers information, media and technology skills such as information literacy, media literacy, and ICT (Information and Communications Technology) literacy.
4) Finally, the document discusses important life and career skills including flexibility and adaptability, initiative and self-direction, social and cross-cultural skills, and productivity and accountability.
1) The document discusses key learning and innovation skills needed for the 21st century such as creativity, critical thinking, communication and collaboration.
2) Examples of innovation skills are provided, including imagination, problem-solving, critical thinking, and flexibility.
3) The document also covers information, media and technology skills such as information literacy, media literacy, and ICT (Information and Communications Technology) literacy.
4) Finally, the document discusses important life and career skills including flexibility and adaptability, initiative and self-direction, social and cross-cultural skills, and productivity and accountability.
Learning and innovation skills increasingly are being
recognized as the skills that separate students who are prepared for increasingly complex life and work environments in the 21st century, and those who are not. A focus on creativity, critical thinking, communication and collaboration is essential to prepare students for the future. Examples of innovation skills Imagination-Innovators are forward-thinking individuals who can use their imagination to envision better ways to accomplish tasks. Having strong imagination skills gives you the ability to predict the outcome of your ideas and consider creative ways to achieve your goals. Problem-solving- Innovative people see problems and challenges as opportunities to develop better practices or create a new product. Part of being innovative is understanding how to identify common problems and finding the best way to address them. Critical thinking- To improve how your workplace functions, you need to think critically about the reasoning behind company processes. Critical thinking enables you to analyze a situation and identify areas for improvement. Flexibility- When you're comfortable being flexible and adapting to your surroundings, you can discover innovative applications for your skills. Flexibility gives you the ability to challenge yourself, help others and apply your existing knowledge to unique scenarios. INFORMATION, MEDIA AND TECHNOLOGY SKILLS People in the 21st century live in a technology and media- suffused environment, marked by various characteristics, including: 1) access to an abundance of information 2) rapid changes in technology tools 3) the ability to collaborate and make individual contributions on an unprecedented scale Information Literacy Access and Evaluate Information Access information efficiently (time) and effectively (sources) Evaluate information critically and competently
Use and Manage Information
Use information accurately and creatively for the issue or problem at hand Manage the flow of information from a wide variety of sources Apply a fundamental understanding of the ethical/legal issues surrounding the access and use of information Media Literacy Analyze Media Understand both how and why media messages are constructed, and for what purposes Examine how individuals interpret messages differently, how values and points of view are included or excluded, and how media can influence beliefs and behaviors Apply a fundamental understanding of the ethical/legal issues surrounding the access and use of media
Create Media Products
Understand and utilize the most appropriate media creation tools, characteristics and conventions Understand and effectively utilize the most appropriate expressions and interpretations in diverse, multi-cultural environments ICT (Information, Communications & Technology) Literacy
Apply Technology Effectively
Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate and communicate information Use digital technologies (computers, PDAs, media players, GPS, etc.), communication/networking tools and social networks appropriately to access, manage, integrate, evaluate and create information to successfully function in a knowledge economy Apply a fundamental understanding of the ethical/legal issues surrounding the access and use of information technologies Collaborate with Others Demonstrate ability to work effectively and respectfully with diverse teams Exercise flexibility and willingness to be helpful in making necessary compromises to accomplish a common goal Assume shared responsibility for collaborative work, and value the individual contributions made by each team member LIFE AND CAREER SKILLS Today’s life and work environments require far more than thinking skills and content knowledge. The ability to navigate the complex life and work environments in the globally competitive information age requires students to pay rigorous attention to developing adequate life and career skills. Flexibility and Adaptability Adapt to Change Adapt to varied roles, jobs responsibilities, schedules and context Work effectively in a climate of ambiguity and changing priorities
Be Flexible Incorporate feedback effectively Deal positively with praise, setbacks and criticism Understand, negotiate and balance diverse views and beliefs to reach workable solutions, particularly in multi-cultural environments Initiative and Self-direction Manage Goals and Time Set goals with tangible and intangible success criteria Balance tactical (short-term) and strategic (long-term) goals Utilize time and manage workload efficiently
Work Independently Monitor, define, prioritize and complete tasks without direct oversight
Be Self-directed Learners Go beyond basic mastery of skills and/or curriculum to explore and expand one’s own learning and opportunities to gain expertise Demonstrate initiative to advance skill levels towards a professional level Demonstrate commitment to learning as a lifelong process Reflect critically on past experiences in order to inform future progress Social and Cross-cultural Skills Interact Effectively with Others Know when it is appropriate to listen and when to speak Conduct themselves in a respectable, professional manner
Work Effectively in Diverse Teams
Respect cultural differences and work effectively with people from a range of social and cultural « Backgrounds Respond open-mindedly to different ideas and values Leverage social and cultural differences to create new ideas and increase both innovation and quality of work Productivity and Accountability Manage Projects Set and meet goals, even in the face of obstacles and competing pressure Prioritize, plan and manage work to achieve the intended result
Produce Results Demonstrate additional attributes associated with producing high quality products including the abilities to: Work positively and ethically Manage time and projects effectively Multi-task Participate actively, as well as be reliable and punctual Present oneself professionally and with proper etiquette Collaborate and cooperate effectively with teams Respect and appreciate team diversity Be accountable for results
