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To be productive and successful in the 21st century, the world requires a new set of skills that is compatible with the digital, globalized age in which we find ourselves. The 21st century will be defined by lifelong learners and innovators who can think creatively and act critically, and who espouse interpersonal skills and cultural awareness. Whether you are working with children, teenagers, or adults, preparing learners for success in the 21st century involves much more than teaching them language skills. Universities, employers, and the greater global community expect educators of a new caliber: those who can prepare students to thrive in the Modern Era.

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Combine all of our 21st-Century Teaching Skills Micro-credentials to earn a comprehensive TEFL/TESOL certification that showcases your dedication to innovative and modern teaching practices.

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This bundle includes:

  • 10-hour Introduction to Promoting 21st -Century Skills in the Classroom
  • 10-Hour Promoting Creative and Innovative Thinking in Your Classroom
  • 10-Hour Promoting Critical Thinking Skills in Your Classroom
  • 10-Hour Teaching Communicative, Collaborative, and Interpersonal Skills
  • 10-hour Promoting Social, Cultural, Global, and Environmental Awareness in Your Classroom
  • 10-Hour Promoting Digital Literacy in Your Classroom
  • 10-Hour Instilling Confidence and Leadership in Your Learners
  • 10-Hour Developing Students’ Education and Career Pathways

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Promoting Creative and Innovative Thinking in Your Classroom

10-hour TEFL / TESOL Micro-credential

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Promoting Critical Thinking Skills in Your Classroom

10-hour TEFL / TESOL Micro-credential

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Promoting Digital Literacy in Your Classroom

10-hour TEFL / TESOL Micro-credential

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Instilling Confidence and Leadership in Your Learners

10-hour TEFL / TESOL Micro-credential

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Developing Students’ Education and Career Pathways

10-hour TEFL / TESOL Micro-credential

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What are 21st -century skills?

21st -century skills

21st - century skills refer to a set of core competencies, such as critical thinking, innovation and creativity, digital literacy, communication, collaboration, and social and environmental awareness, that are advocated for in education in order to prepare learners to thrive in today’s world. Embracing these soft-skills through innovative teaching methods and best educational practices means that you’re providing learners with the essential skills needed for modern-day life and the workplace.

21st - century skills refer to a set of core competencies, such as critical thinking, innovation and creativity, digital literacy, communication, collaboration, and social and environmental awareness, that are advocated for in education in order to prepare learners to thrive in today’s world. Embracing these soft-skills through innovative teaching methods and best educational practices means that you’re providing learners with the essential skills needed for modern- day life and the workplace.

Being well-versed in 21st - century pedagogy is essential for modern-day educators. Employers and students expect teachers to incorporate these skills into their classrooms, and being able to demonstrate your proficiency in teaching 21st - century skills will make you a more desirable candidate for jobs and will attract more students to your classes. It will also ensure that your students go on to be successful outside of class, both in their personal lives and in their careers.

Whether your students are using the English language to communicate in a multicultural environment, access English resources online, qualify for a new job, or something else, skills such as digital literacy, communication, and collaboration are vital to achieving their goals. With the help of these important soft skills, students will be able to fully leverage their use of the English language to open new doors and reach their full potential.

Collaboration, creativity, social awareness, and other 21st - century skills are important to cultivate at a young age in order to raise a generation of critical thinkers and innovators. Children and teens are especially at risk of confusing fact and fiction when it comes to sifting through the plethora of information on the internet, and they are also at a life stage when working with peers and cultivating friendships is of vital importance. With the right 21st - century skills, you can ensure that your young students and teenage learners have the tools they need to confidently find their place in today’s world.

Adults and business professionals must embody innovation, creativity, communication, and other soft skills in order to compete in today’s job market and find career success. Beyond workplace benefits, 21st - century skills allow adults to forge healthy, lasting relationships and promote overall happiness and life fulfillment.

Integrating 21st - century skills into the ESL/EFL classroom can be done through careful planning and reflection. By choosing the right activities, students can simultaneously improve their language proficiency and learn skills like critical thinking and environmental awareness. This suite of Micro-credentials will show you how to incorporate 21st - century skills into your lesson plans and teach you specific activities you can use in your classroom right away.

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