21st Century Learners

Importance of 21st century skills and the Xs and Os that engage 21st century learners
Five common themes
1.  Creativity & innovation in the classroom
2.  Willing & able to use technology
3.  Technology to assist in learning
4.  Guide, motivate and support learning with technology
5.  Engage students through technology


The term "21st-century skills" is used to refer to certain core competencies such as creativity, digital literacy, critical thinking, and problem-solving through technology which will help 21st century students thrive in today's world.
The role of technology with regard to 21st century learners is that it teaches them to create, analyze, engage, evaluate, apply and think.
3 ideas I would like to discuss regarding 21st century skills is one we have seen the positive effects of technology but there are also negative effects and those need to be addressed.  Second, as teachers we need to learn how we must guide, motivate and support our students in technology and what are some ways in which we can do this.  Third, being that 21st century students are digital learners should we be worried about the amount of time that they do spend around electronic devices and perhaps push more outdoor activity?