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April 10, 2025
21st Century Skills
As a member of Gen Z, you're stepping into a career landscape that's rapidly evolving, driven by technology and innovation. Technical skills and qualifications are essential, but what's equally vital—and often overlooked—is bridging the "Gen Z soft skills gap." Mastering these soft skills can truly set you apart in your future career.
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December 6, 2024
21st Century Skills
High school is more than just academics and extracurriculars—it's a time to build the foundational skills that will set you up for success in the real world. While technical knowledge and grades matter, soft skills are the secret sauce that can help you stand out in college applications, job interviews, and life. Studies of today’s workplaces show that employers are looking for soft skills.
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September 20, 2024
21st Century Skills
Educators and administrators are increasingly exploring ways to design classrooms that reflect this shift. A classroom designed for 21st-century learning encourages not only academic achievement but also the growth of essential skills like communication, collaboration, problem-solving, creativity, and leadership.
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September 13, 2024
21st Century Skills
Educators and workforce experts alike warn that today’s K-12 classrooms may be overlooking many of the in-demand 21st-century skills students need to succeed. Many sources warn that without a deeper aptitude for skills not covered in traditional curriculums, students will not be set up to compete in the global economy or even in college.
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November 16, 2023
21st Century Skills
We live in an ever-changing, increasingly global society. As our world evolves, so do the skills needed to thrive professionally and personally. This means the abilities students develop in high school should align with the demands of modern careers, especially in fields like STEM and healthcare.
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November 3, 2023
21st Century Skills
The college admissions process seems to get more competitive with every passing year. While a student's grades and test scores are still the most important factors, extracurricular activities play a major role as well. Admissions officers want well-rounded students who are not just academically strong but are also involved and accomplished outside of the classroom.
If you're a high school student looking to strengthen your college applications, make the grade and consider these top 5 extracurricular activities that colleges look for.
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