21st Century Skills Overview

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Which of the following are categories of 21st Century Skills? (Select all that apply)

  • Learning Skills (correct)
  • Technical Skills
  • Literacy Skills (correct)
  • Life Skills (correct)

What are the Four C's of Learning Skills?

Critical thinking, Creativity, Collaboration, Communication

Define Critical Thinking.

The ability to analyze information and arguments, make well-reasoned judgments, and solve problems.

What does Collaboration involve?

<p>Working well with others and combining ideas to achieve common goals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Communication skills include only verbal skills.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Creativity in the context of Learning Skills?

<p>Thinking outside the box and innovating new ideas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are IMT Skills in Literacy Skills?

<p>Information, Media, and Technology skills.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Media Literacy?

<p>The ability to understand, access, and create media content.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Technology Literacy include?

<p>Responsible use of technology to access, manage, evaluate, integrate, and create information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define Flexibility as a Life Skill.

<p>The willingness and ability to adapt to changing circumstances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Leadership involve?

<p>Motivating and guiding a group to achieve a common goal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Initiative in the context of Life Skills?

<p>Voluntarily doing what is needed without expecting rewards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Productivity?

<p>Accomplishing goals and managing time effectively.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Social Skills?

<p>Skills that enable individuals to socialize and interact with others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Categories of 21st Century Skills

  • Comprised of three primary categories: Learning Skills, Literacy Skills, and Life Skills.

Learning Skills

  • Defined by the Four C’s:
    • Critical Thinking: Analyzing information to make informed decisions and solve problems effectively.
    • Creativity: Innovating and thinking outside the box to develop new ideas and solutions.
    • Collaboration: Working well with others by sharing ideas and responsibilities to achieve common goals.
    • Communication: Engaging with others despite differing beliefs, ensuring mutual understanding.

Literacy Skills

  • Focused on Information, Media, and Technology (IMT):
    • Information Literacy: Acquiring, organizing, evaluating, and sharing information accurately and ethically.
    • Media Literacy: Identifying credible sources and understanding media content, including its use and creation.
    • Technology Literacy: Using technology responsibly; accessing, managing, evaluating, and creating information.

Life Skills

  • Encompasses key personal and social skills known as FLIPS:
    • Flexibility: Adapting to changing circumstances with ease.
    • Leadership: Motivating a group toward achieving shared objectives and goals.
    • Initiative: Taking proactive steps without expectation of reward or recognition.
    • Productivity: Completing tasks efficiently and managing time effectively to achieve daily goals.
    • Social Skills: Engaging and interacting successfully with diverse individuals, enhancing social connectivity.

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