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21st Century Core Subjects

Sat, 05 May 2007 23:36:00 +0000

Here is where we will discuss and identify ways in which the teaching and learning of core subjects are supported by emerging technologies. Core subjects are defined as English, reading or language arts; mathematics; science; foreign languages; civics; government; economics; arts; history; and geography.

Learning and Thinking Skills

Sat, 05 May 2007 23:33:00 +0000

Here is were we will make sure that all candidate emerging technologies are examined for their contributions to the development of the crucial 21st century skills of thinking and learning. Learning and Thinking Skills are comprised of:
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
• Communication Skills
• Creativity and Innovation Skills
• Collaboration Skills
• Information and Media Literacy Skills
• Contextual Learning Skills

ICT Literacy Skills

Sat, 05 May 2007 23:32:00 +0000

Information and communications technology (ICT) literacy is the ability to use technology to develop 21st century content knowledge and skills, in support of 21st century teaching and learning. Here is where we will identify and discuss ways in which the teaching and learning of ICT literacy skills can be supported by emerging technologies.

21st Century Content

Sat, 05 May 2007 23:30:00 +0000

Here is where we will identify and discuss ways in which the teaching and learning of 21st Century Content can be supported by emerging technologies. This new content represents essential knowledge for the 21st century.
• Global awareness
• Financial, economic, business and entrepreneurial literacy
• Civic literacy
• Health and wellness awareness

21st Century Life Skills

Sat, 05 May 2007 23:29:00 +0000

Here is where we will identify and discuss ways in which the teaching and learning of 21st Century Life Skills can be supported by emerging technologies. Good teachers have always incorporated life skills into their pedagogy. The challenge today is to incorporate these essential skills into schools deliberately, strategically and broadly. Life skills include:
• Leadership
• Ethics
• Accountability
• Adaptability
• Personal Productivity
• Personal Responsibility
• People Skills
• Self Direction
• Social Responsibility

21st Century Assessments

Sat, 05 May 2007 23:28:00 +0000

Here is where we will identify and discuss the role of emerging technologies in supporting the assessment of learners' development of 21st Century skills. Authentic 21st century assessments are the essential foundation of a 21st century education. Assessments must measure all five results that matter - core subjects; 21st century content; learning skills; ICT literacy; and life skills.