Is the current educational paradigm adequate to meet the needs of today's students? Can America maintain its place in the global marketplace if students continue to be educated using the strategies and methods with which we currently operate? Our students must be critical problem solvers. The successful development and implementation of 21st century learning skills by today's students will ensure their continued academic success on the global stage. The American school system has long been a leading force in education. The world has turned to us to learn about current trends in education and the development of new learning paradigms. 21st century learning skills offer six key elements for students' continued academic success. First, the education system must emphasize core subjects. Second, the education system must emphasize the development of new learning skills. Third, the education system must emphasize the use of 21st century tools to develop these learning skills. Fourth, the education system must emphasize the importance of teaching and learning in the context of the 21st century. Fifth, the education system must emphasize the importance of teaching and learning 21st century content. Finally, the education system must emphasize the importance of using 21st century assessments to measure 21st century skills. First, the education system must emphasize core subjects. 21st century skills do not seek to get rid of the old but rather to match it. 21st century skills are meant to be used alongside existing ones. Core subjects such as reading, writing, mathematics and written expression can never be removed from the educational context. Students...... middle of paper...... age of biology? Students must be taught to satisfy their own needs. They need to take responsibility for their own learning and engage more in critical thinking. Sources: Bustos, J. (2008, November 24). The district receives grants for after-school programs. The Daily GazetteCramer, M. (2009, July). Digital Portfolio: Documenting student growth. Orazio, v.25, Marzano, R. (2007). The art and science of teaching. (Julie. Houtz, ed.). Alexandra, VA: ASCD.Mathews, J. (2008, January 5). The race for “21st century skills”; The new buzz phrase attracts conflicting interpretations from educators. The Washington Post Sardone, N. (2010). Teacher candidates' responses to digital games. Journal of Research on Technology in Education, v42 pp. 409-425. Teicher-Khadaroo, S. (2009). Schools focus on “21st century skills”. The Christian Science Monitor,
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