Monday, January 25, 2010

21st Century Education

If you think about it, almost 10% of the 21st century is already by us and education has only recently dialed up its' effort to communicate the need for 21st century education skills.

What does that mean ... 21st century skills? Is there really a need to change the way we deliver education? If it was good enough for me ...

Friends, the world is changing. Technology alone commands we change or be left behind. How do we help learners become critical consumers and global communicators? How do we create a learning environment which mirrors the future - not the past? Challenging questions requiring disciplined thought - followed by intentional action.

This paradigm shift is akin to moving the Titanic on a dime. However, we are committed to making this change to provide the most relevant classroom experience to our students. If you are interested in the direction we are moving google The Partnership for 21st century skills-framework for 21st century learning and check out the path we're on.

The great thing about today is the endless opportunities we can create for tomorrow. Watch for future blogs which will unveil new course offerings that align with our vision to change the face of education at TCS.

Blessings
Deb Blanker

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