21st Century Skills

MISSION STATEMENT

Serve as a catalyst to position 21st century skills at the center of US K-12 education by building collaborative partnerships among education, business, community and government leaders.

This organization has teamed up with independent companies, state and national governments, K-12 school districts and communities nationwide to expand the opportunities given to our children. They want to make sure that they possess the skills necessary to compete on a global scale by the time they reach adulthood. 

Our world has changed in the past decade because Americans are not on an equal playing field as many other nations. With the introduction of technology into the workplace, anyone around the world can have the same opportunities as anyone else. 

One of the things I enjoyed most about the 21st Century Skills Organization was documented in a recent press release. They were integral in getting state and federal governments to put together a 21st Century Skills Incentive Fund Act where the federal government will match any funds given by state governments to enhance the skills of K12 students. 

The Route 21 link on the website offers teachers the opportunity to look at lesson plans, assessment strategies, professional development and standards. This organization is not only assisting in the growth of students but teachers as well. 

http://www.21stcenturyskills.org/