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21st Century - Teaching and Learning Series
Pennsylvania Department of Education
Classrooms for the Future
Important Dates
12/4/2008
12/31/2008
  • Cohort 3 Implementation Plans due
 

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Teaching in the 21st Century: A Need for Change Topical Outline

Unit 1: Introduction

Section 1.1: Introduction
Topic 1.1.1: Series Overview and Hook
Topic 1.1.2: Course Overview
Topic 1.1.3: Course Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
  1. identify the needs and preferences of the 21st century learners.
  2. recognize the gap that exists between current instructional practices and the skill set needed by students for success in the 21st century workplace.
  3. understand the role collegial collaboration plays in establishing a 21st century classroom.
  4. establish more effective communication among stakeholders.
Topic 1.1.4: Course Materials

Unit 2: Rationale for 21st Century Change

Section 2.1: The 21st Century Student
Topic 2.1.1: How do 21st century students communicate?
Topic 2.1.2: How do 21st century student think differently?
Topic 2.1.3: Why are 21st century students disengaged?
Section 2.2: The 21st Century Workplace
Topic 2.2.1: How is the 21st century workplace different than the 20th century workplace?
Topic 2.2.2: What are the 21st century skills necessary for student success?

Unit 3: The 21st Century Teacher

Section 3.1: 21st Century Teacher
Topic 3.1.1: What is the role of the teacher in a 21st century classroom?
Topic 3.1.2: What knowledge and skills are needed by the teacher to meet the needs of 21st Century students?
Topic 3.1.3: What are the perceived obstacles to 21st century teaching?

Unit 4: Working Together to Accomplish the 21st Century Transformation

Section 4.1: Accomplishing the Transformation
Topic 4.1.1: What is the importance of a shared vision?
Topic 4.1.2: How is the interaction between teachers different in the 21st century?
Topic 4.1.3: How do academic departments transform in the 21st century?
Topic 4.1.4: How do you communicate 21st century approaches to stakeholders?

Unit 5: Culminating Activity

Section 5.1: Plan
Section 5.2: Reflect
Section 5.3: Share