A Working 21st Century
Skills Definition
The relationship between curriculum and instruction is obviously a
very close one. Curriculum is essentially a design, or roadmap for learning,
and as such focuses on knowledge and skills that are judged important to learn.
Instruction is the means by which that learning will be achieved. To meet the
needs of the 21st century learner and achieve the student outcomes described in
its Framework, the Partnership calls on schools
To integrate a 21st century curriculum that blends
thinking and innovation skills; information, media, and ICT literacy; and life
and career skills in context of core academic subjects and across
interdisciplinary themes. To employ methods of 21st century instruction that integrates innovative and
research-proven teaching strategies, modern learning technologies, and real
world resources and contexts.
