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Essential 21st Century Skills- Prepare Yourself

During the latter decades of the 20th century and into the 21st century, society has undergone an accelerating pace of change in economy and technology. Its effects on the workplace, and thus demands the educational system preparing students for the workforce, have been significant in several ways.

21st-century skills comprise skills, abilities, and learning outlooks that have been identified as being required for success in 21st-century society and workplaces by educators, business leaders, academics, and governmental agencies. 

This is part of a growing international movement focusing on the skills required for students to master in preparation for success in a rapidly changing, digital society. Many of these skills are also associated with deeper learning which is based on mastering skills such as analytic reasoning, complex problem solving, and teamwork. These skills differ from traditional academic skills in that they are not primarily content knowledge-based.

Traditional education systems have generally not been preparing learners to face such challenges, the global education community has increasingly talked about and mobilized in favor of the changes required.

Just have a look at the video, it showcases all the essential 21st-century skills recommended by UNICEF, World Economic Forum, and C.B.S.E.

Unemployment is a myth; Unemployability is the fact. It's never about talent, hard work, marks/grades, qualifications, & experiences. People just lack the right skills.

How 21st Century skills are different from the current curriculum?

  • 21st-century skills are a blend of knowledge, thinking, innovation skills, media, Information and Communication Technology.
  • They are designed to provide real-life experience in the context of core academic subjects.
  • 21st century, engage the learner in the learning environment effectively and develop skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration.
  • In this way, students will be prepared with the necessary knowledge and life skills that will help them to be successful in their future careers.

Who needs to learn these skills?

When it comes to learning there is a myth in our society that only students need to adopt new skills. But when it comes to 21st-century skills, whether you are a student, teacher or professional everyone needs to learn new skills in their entire life for a better understanding of the emerging world and changes into business globally.

Teachers play a significant role in helping students develop 21st-century skills by applying methods that increase students' abilities. If teachers are equipped with these skills then only they can implement them in their classroom. We need to understand this fact that, first of all, we need to equip our teachers for 21st-century skills.


In this globally and digitally interconnected world, all learners, from cradle to career, need new skills and knowledge to succeed. If we want to prepare our children for success in school, work, and life, opportunities to learn 21st-century skills are essential. These 21st-century skills are not only important to students but everyone now than ever before. They not only provide a framework for successful learning in the emerging world but ensure that everyone can thrive in a world where change is constant and learning never stops.

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