21st Century Skills Defined
21C.S.9-12.1
Standard 1: Information and Communication
Skills
The student will access, analyze, manage, integrate, evaluate, and create
information in a variety of forms using appropriate technology skills and
communicate that information in an appropriate oral, written, or multimedia
format.
Number
Objective
21C.O.9-12.1.LS.1
Student recognizes information needed for problem solving, can efficiently
browse, search and navigate online to access relevant information, evaluates
information based on credibility, social, economic, political and/or ethical
issues, and presents findings clearly and persuasively using a range of
technology tools and media.
21C.O.9-12.1.LS.2
Student analyzes and interprets visuals and recognizes the impact digital
media influences (e.g. design, technique, and rate of speed) have on audiences.
The student’s visual products reflect a sophisticated understanding of subject,
digital media and design techniques.
21C.O.9-12.1.LS.3
Student creates information using advanced skills of analysis, synthesis and
evaluation and shares this information through a variety of oral, written and
multimedia communications that target academic, professional and technical
audiences and purposes.
21C.S.9-12.2
Standard 2: Thinking and Reasoning Skills
The student will demonstrate the ability to explore and develop new ideas,
to intentionally apply sound reasoning processes and to frame, analyze and solve
complex problems using appropriate technology tools.
Number
Objective
21C.O.9-12.2.LS.1
Student engages in a critical thinking process that supports synthesis and
conducts evaluation using complex criteria.
21C.O.9-12.2.LS.2
Student draws conclusions from a variety of data sources to analyze and
interpret systems.
21C.O.9-12.2.LS.3
Student engages in a problem solving process by formulating questions and
applying complex strategies in order to independently solve problems.
21C.O.9-12.2.LS.4
Student visualizes the connection between seemingly unrelated ideas and
independently produces solutions that are fresh, unique, original and well
developed. Student shows capacity for originality, concentration, commitment to
completion, and persistence to develop unique and cogent
products.
21C.S.9-12.3
Standard 3: Personal and Workplace Skills
The student will exhibit leadership, ethical behavior, respect for others;
accept responsibility for personal actions considering the impact on others;
take the initiative to plan and execute tasks; and interact productively as a
member of a group.
Number
Objective
21C.O.9-12.3.LS.1
Student remains composed and focused, even under stress, willingly aligns
his/her personal goals to the goals of others when appropriate, approaches
conflict from win-win perspective, and derives personal satisfaction from
achieving group goals.
21C.O.9-12.3.LS.2
Student independently considers multiple perspectives and can represent a
problem in more than one way, quickly and calmly changes focus and goals as the
situation requires, and actively seeks innovations (e.g. technology) that will
enhance his/her work.
21C.O.9-12.3.LS.3
Student demonstrates ownership of his/her learning by setting goals,
monitoring and adjusting performance, extending learning, using what he/she has
learned to adapt to new situations, and displaying perseverance and commitment
to continued learning.
21C.O.9-12.3.LS.4
Student demonstrates ethical behavior and works responsibly and
collaboratively with others in the context of the school and the larger
community, and he/she demonstrates civic responsibility through engagement in
public discourse and participation in service learning.
21C.O.9-12.3.LS.5
Student exhibits positive leadership through interpersonal and
problem-solving skills that contribute to achieving the goal. He/she helps
others stay focused, distributes tasks and responsibilities effectively, and
monitors group progress toward the goal without undermining the efforts of
others.
21C.O.9-12.3.LS.6
Student maintains a strong focus on the larger project goal and frames
appropriate questions and planning processes around goal. Prior to beginning
work, student reflects upon possible courses of action and their likely
consequences; sets objectives related to the larger goal; and establishes
benchmarks for monitoring progress. While working on the project, student
adjusts time and resources to allow for completion of a quality
product.
Standard 1: Information and Communication
Skills
The student will access, analyze, manage, integrate, evaluate, and create
information in a variety of forms using appropriate technology skills and
communicate that information in an appropriate oral, written, or multimedia
format.
Number
Objective
21C.O.9-12.1.LS.1
Student recognizes information needed for problem solving, can efficiently
browse, search and navigate online to access relevant information, evaluates
information based on credibility, social, economic, political and/or ethical
issues, and presents findings clearly and persuasively using a range of
technology tools and media.
21C.O.9-12.1.LS.2
Student analyzes and interprets visuals and recognizes the impact digital
media influences (e.g. design, technique, and rate of speed) have on audiences.
The student’s visual products reflect a sophisticated understanding of subject,
digital media and design techniques.
21C.O.9-12.1.LS.3
Student creates information using advanced skills of analysis, synthesis and
evaluation and shares this information through a variety of oral, written and
multimedia communications that target academic, professional and technical
audiences and purposes.
21C.S.9-12.2
Standard 2: Thinking and Reasoning Skills
The student will demonstrate the ability to explore and develop new ideas,
to intentionally apply sound reasoning processes and to frame, analyze and solve
complex problems using appropriate technology tools.
Number
Objective
21C.O.9-12.2.LS.1
Student engages in a critical thinking process that supports synthesis and
conducts evaluation using complex criteria.
21C.O.9-12.2.LS.2
Student draws conclusions from a variety of data sources to analyze and
interpret systems.
21C.O.9-12.2.LS.3
Student engages in a problem solving process by formulating questions and
applying complex strategies in order to independently solve problems.
21C.O.9-12.2.LS.4
Student visualizes the connection between seemingly unrelated ideas and
independently produces solutions that are fresh, unique, original and well
developed. Student shows capacity for originality, concentration, commitment to
completion, and persistence to develop unique and cogent
products.
21C.S.9-12.3
Standard 3: Personal and Workplace Skills
The student will exhibit leadership, ethical behavior, respect for others;
accept responsibility for personal actions considering the impact on others;
take the initiative to plan and execute tasks; and interact productively as a
member of a group.
Number
Objective
21C.O.9-12.3.LS.1
Student remains composed and focused, even under stress, willingly aligns
his/her personal goals to the goals of others when appropriate, approaches
conflict from win-win perspective, and derives personal satisfaction from
achieving group goals.
21C.O.9-12.3.LS.2
Student independently considers multiple perspectives and can represent a
problem in more than one way, quickly and calmly changes focus and goals as the
situation requires, and actively seeks innovations (e.g. technology) that will
enhance his/her work.
21C.O.9-12.3.LS.3
Student demonstrates ownership of his/her learning by setting goals,
monitoring and adjusting performance, extending learning, using what he/she has
learned to adapt to new situations, and displaying perseverance and commitment
to continued learning.
21C.O.9-12.3.LS.4
Student demonstrates ethical behavior and works responsibly and
collaboratively with others in the context of the school and the larger
community, and he/she demonstrates civic responsibility through engagement in
public discourse and participation in service learning.
21C.O.9-12.3.LS.5
Student exhibits positive leadership through interpersonal and
problem-solving skills that contribute to achieving the goal. He/she helps
others stay focused, distributes tasks and responsibilities effectively, and
monitors group progress toward the goal without undermining the efforts of
others.
21C.O.9-12.3.LS.6
Student maintains a strong focus on the larger project goal and frames
appropriate questions and planning processes around goal. Prior to beginning
work, student reflects upon possible courses of action and their likely
consequences; sets objectives related to the larger goal; and establishes
benchmarks for monitoring progress. While working on the project, student
adjusts time and resources to allow for completion of a quality
product.