HOMEROOM GUIDANCE

PROGRAM
Week Two
Lesson no. 2
 Learning Objectives
* Share knowledge, skills, and positive attitude
helpful in lifelong learning

* Demonstrate the ability to independently deal

with personal tasks and actively participate in
school activities
The Most Beneficial
Lifelong Learning
Skills
 Lifelong learning skills can be a lot like
many of the soft skills you may have heard
of. They have to do with how we connect
with each other, and with the world around
us. In many ways, they're also about building
relationships. With this in mind, let's look at
the skills that are beneficial for
everyone—student, educator, parent, and so
on.
1. Creativity

It's no surprise that creativity factors

into the list. This isn't just a valuable
learning pursuit; it's also vital to
success in school and in the
workplace. For this reason Creativity
Fluency is used in thousands of
schools all over the world.
Why Creativity Matters

The global marketplace is more competitive than

ever. Innovative products thrive on an
organization's ability to design and present them
in aesthetically pleasing ways. Creative thinking
and application grabs consumers' attention and
secures their loyalty. Ultimately, creativity is a
common language we can all learn to
communicate our passions and ideas with.
2. Problem Solving

As far as beneficial lifelong

learning skills go, this one is
probably the most important.
Solving real-world problems with a
process like Solution Fluency is
crucial to surviving and thriving in
the present and future.
Why Problem Solving Matters

The world is changing and will continue changing

dramatically. As such our children will be solving
future problems that we can't even imagine yet.
They'll face challenges that require skills to define
a problem, design an appropriate solution, and
put it to effective use. Problem-solving skills help
them tackle anything from writing a shopping list
to designing and realizing their biggest dreams.
3. Critical Thinking

The ability to think critically is

a must for future success in a
changing world. It's about
thinking independently,
responsibly, and productively.
In fact, one of the best
definitions of critical thinking
can be found on Critical
Thinking Web.
Why Critical Thinking Matters

The way we think about the world, ourselves and each other
affects more than just personal experience. It has a part in
defining the future of everything and everyone and the
entire world—this is the "Ripple Effect." It's been a part of
many cultural philosophies for thousands of years,
reminding us that how we choose to think and act
influences our whole world. We don't have to be
overwhelmed by it, just simply aware of it as it guides our
critical thinking practices.
4. Leadership
Understanding leadership is one of those
beneficial lifelong learning skills that can change
people's lives. After all, one who leads isn't just
one who manages things. What a leader does is
inspire, motivate, and empower. True leaders
see the best in people and teach them to
harness their potential in all they do.
Why Leadership Matters

Natural leaders are an asset in any classroom and

on every workforce. Anyone whose attitude
moves from "I can do it" to "we can do it" makes
everybody better. It's their independence and
willingness to take responsibility for making good
things happen, not just simply getting things done.
That's why leaders see more, do more, and learn
more.
5.
Communication
In the digital age, communication has
transformed beyond face-to-face
interaction. We communicate using
technology more than ever. Even so,
whatever medium we choose there
are skills we can acquire to help us
communicate more effectively.
Why Communication Matters

In school, we work in groups to produce solutions

to the challenges and problems we face.
Interestingly, we do the exact same thing in the
workplace. The only way this can be done
effectively is with good communication. Having
communication skills means less stress, more
productivity, and better relationships.
6. Collaboration
This means being able to work in groups
that are both physical and virtual. It includes
proficiency in communication, empathy,
and leadership values. It also means being
able to work with someone across the world
as easily and productively as someone
across the room. This is why Collaboration
Fluency is one of the Essential Fluencies
being taught in classrooms all over the
globe.
Why Collaboration Matters

Working in groups is a hallmark of the digital age.

Our classrooms and businesses incorporate
teamwork into their daily practices. As such,
collaborative abilities have a permanent place
among the most beneficial lifelong learning skills
all students should develop.