Exploring the Intersection of Science Education and 21st Century Skills: A Workshop Summary (repost)
Exploring the Intersection of Science Education and 21st Century Skills: A Workshop Summary By National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press 2010 | 144 Pages | ISBN: 030914518X | PDF | 1 MB
Publisher: National Academies Press 2010 | 144 Pages | ISBN: 030914518X | PDF | 1 MB
An emerging body of research suggests that a set of broad "21st century skills"–such as adaptability, complex communication skills, and the ability to solve non-routine problems–are valuable across a wide range of jobs in the national economy. However, the role of K-12 education in helping students learn these skills is a subject of current debate. Some business and education groups have advocated infusing 21st century skills into the school curriculum, and several states have launched such efforts. Other observers argue that focusing on skills detracts attention from learning of important content knowledge.