Advancing technology, globalization, and a demand for higher-skilled jobs mean the modern workplace requires far more challenging skills than it did two decades ago. Responding to these heightened expectations, educators are increasingly finding ways to instill a set of abilities that will prepare kids for the world ahead, commonly referred to as “21st century skills.” Generally speaking, 21st century skills refers to the demands and expectations placed on students, teachers, employees, innovators, and others as they strive to succeed and prosper and in a competitive, multidisciplinary, and technology-driven world.

Suggestions for mobile apps that really help students get the most out of their education.

If you’re a part of the Spark network, you know that we’re always on the lookout for innovative tech tools. Last week, we showcased five unique tools that helped students and adults get creative in some seriously inspiring ways. This week, we’d like to shine a spotlight on four more new digital devices. From wireless […]

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Digital badges might just be the answer. The answer to what? Closing the achievement gap, lowering the dropout rate and preparing 21st century learners for the workforce.

Learnist is a creative learning site that hopes to connect experts to amateurs and help us all learn something new in the process.

"The Graphic Textbook" from Reading with Pictures is giving comics a greater role in education.

NEA recommends Expanded Learning Opportunities (ELO) as means to increase the amount of time students spend learning.

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