Lesson Plan

21st-Century Skills Plan

Students will identify and practice key 21st-century career and life skills through collaborative, hands-on tasks, reflecting on applications in real-world contexts.

Equipping 9th graders with critical collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical-thinking skills prepares them for academic success and future careers, boosting confidence and engagement.

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Teacher Preparation

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Skill Overview

10 minutes

Step 2

Skill Self-Assessment

10 minutes

Step 3

Collaboration Challenge Activity

20 minutes

Step 4

Real-World Connections Discussion

10 minutes

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Skills of Tomorrow

Collaboration

Communication

Creativity

Critical Thinking

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