21st Century Professional Development
Highlights ways teachers can seize opportunities for integrating 21st century skills, tools and teaching strategies into their classroom practice — and help them identify what activities they can replace/de-emphasize
Balances direct instruction with project-oriented teaching methods
Illustrates how a deeper understanding of subject matter can actually enhance problem-solving, critical thinking, and other 21st century skills
Enables 21st century professional learning communities for teachers that model the kinds of classroom learning that best promotes 21st century skills for students
Cultivates teachers’ ability to identify students’ particular learning styles, intelligences, strengths and weaknesses