The challenge facing reading specialists and teacher of reading in general is the need to ensure that the professional's skill set is au courant with the demands and the requisite literacies of living in a digital age. Only then will he/she become truly equipped for the task.
"Based on two years of research, the enGauge 21st Century Skills represent the fresh, serious, new perspective required in light of recent historical events, globalization, and the idiosyncrasies of the Digital Age. The following skill clusters, when considered within the context of rigorous academic standards, are intended to provide the public, business and industry, and educators with a common understanding of – and language for discussing – what is needed by students, citizens, and workers in the Digital Age.
Digital-Age Literacy
Basic, scientific, economic, and technological literacies
Visual and information literacies
Multicultural literacy and global awareness
Inventive Thinking
Adaptability/managing complexity
Self-direction
Curiosity, creativity, and risk-taking
Higher-order thinking and sound reasoning
Effective Communication
Teaming, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
Personal, social, and civic responsibility
Interactive communication
High Productivity & Quality, State-of-the-Art Results
Ability to prioritize, plan, and manage for results
Effective use of real-world tools
The ability to create relevant, high-quality products"
www.metiri.com/21/21%20Century%20Skills%20Final.doc
2003 NCREL Metiri Group
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