Curricular Landscapes in the

21st Century Classroom

LESSON 1: THE 21ST CENTURY CURRICULAR LANDSCAPES IN THE CLASSROOM

Reported by: ANDREA M. FUENTES

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Described the curricular landscape of
the 21st century

Identified the 21st century skills to be

developed in the curriculum
 Emerging Curricula of
the 21st Century
Learners
QUESTION TO PONDER:

How does the curriculum for the 21st century look like?
What are the emerging factors and conditions that will shape the curriculum of the
century?
The Different Issues: Increased global
Increased concerns migration and
and actions about
opportunities
environmental
degradation, water for working
and energy overseas.
shortages, global
Nations competing
Globalization of warming, pandemic
for power block
(HIV, Ebola, etc.)
economies and thus generating
independence on conflict but gives
international opportunities to
market build alliances and
cooperation.
The Different Issues:
Science and technological
revolution.

Knowledge economy as
generator of wealth and jobs.
 The curriculum should address
global issues, integrate academic
subjects with life skills, interdisciplinary
themes, and modern pedagogies. It
should develop higher-order thinking,
multiple intelligences, and 21st-century
literacies.
The curriculum for this century should be inspiring and challenging for both
teachers and learners. It should possess the following characteristics:

1 2 3
Provides appropriate Is based on Is a product of
knowledge, skills and knowledge drawn consultative,
values to face the from research. collaborative
future. development process.
4
Supports excellence and
equity for all learners.
The curriculum should focus on developing 21st-century skills in learners. The
Singapore Ministry of Education identifies these skills and emphasizes the
importance of aligning the curriculum to nurture these competencies:

Cluster of Skills for the

Specific Descriptors
21st Century

Learning and Developing critical thinking, problem-

solving, creativity, and innovation

Innovation Skills skills is crucial for 21st century

learners to thrive in a rapidly
changing world.
The curriculum should focus on developing 21st-century skills in learners. The
Singapore Ministry of Education identifies these skills and emphasizes the
importance of aligning the curriculum to nurture these competencies:

Cluster of Skills for the

Specific Descriptors
21st Century

21st century learners need to develop

Knowledge, Information, content mastery, information literacy, media
literacy, and ICT literacy skills to effectively
Media and Technology understand and utilize subject knowledge,
evaluate and use information, critically
Literacy Skills analyze media messages, and navigate digital
technologies.
The curriculum should focus on developing 21st-century skills in learners. The
Singapore Ministry of Education identifies these skills and emphasizes the
importance of aligning the curriculum to nurture these competencies:

Cluster of Skills for the

Specific Descriptors
21st Century

21st century learners need to

Life Skills
develop flexibility, initiative,
teamwork, social skills, productivity,
and leadership abilities to thrive in a
dynamic and diverse world.
The curriculum should focus on developing 21st-century skills in learners. The
Singapore Ministry of Education identifies these skills and emphasizes the
importance of aligning the curriculum to nurture these competencies:

Cluster of Skills for the

Specific Descriptors
21st Century

Citizenship
In order to cope with the curriculum, 21st
century learners need to develop citizenship
skills that are essential for active participation
in society. These skills include valuing diversity,

Skills
having global awareness, being environmentally
aware, and understanding values, ethics, and
professionalism.
Howard Gardner
Howard Gardner's book "Five
Minds for the Future" proposes that
developing the disciplined,
synthesizing, creating, respectful, and
ethical minds is essential for learners
to thrive in the future and make
meaningful contributions to society.
.
 Five Frames of Thinking
The
Creating
Mind
The Disciplined The Synthesizing
Mind Mind
th in k ing
This refers to the ability to This involves the ability to integrate This f r a m e of
and
tivi t y
crea
master a specific discipline and synthesize information from inv olv e s
. It is about
va ti o n deas,
inno i
or field of knowledge. It various sources and disciplines. It n e r a t i n g n e w
box,
ge t h e
requires connecting ideas, outside
involves deep understanding, thin kin g
g c h a lle nges
a p p r oachin The
critical thinking, and the recognizing patterns, and thinking an d
originali t y .
wit h
is e s sential
capacity to apply knowledge across different domains to solve cr e a t in g mind
u rship,
r e n e
e ntrep
complex problems. for io n, and
effectively. ar t is t ic expr e s s

b le m - solving.
pro
 Five Frames of Thinking

REMEMBER

The Respectful The Ethical Mind

Mind This frame of thinking focuses on
This refers to the ability to moral reasoning and ethical
G a rdner,
to
understand and appreciate decision-making. It involves Acco r d in g
fi ve m inds is
g these
dev e lo p i n t hrive in
diverse perspectives, cultures, considering the consequences of u c ia l f o r learne
r s t o
ntribute
cr nd c o
one's actions, understanding ethical u ture a By
and values. It involves empathy, th e f
to s o c ie t y .
posi t i v e ly d if ferent
open-mindedness, and the principles, and acting responsibly cult iv a t in g thes e
g, in d ividuals
f think in
capacity to engage in respectful and ethically in personal and fr a m e s o in novate,
a dapt, e thical
can a k e
dialogue and collaboration with professional contexts. b o r at e , and m a nging
colla v e r -c h
e s in an e
ic
others. cho
world.
"The Global Achievement Gap," Tony Wagner identifies seven essential skills for the
21st century curriculum. These skills are seen as crucial for preparing learners to
thrive in today's rapidly changing world:

Critical Thinking Collaboration across Agility and

and Problem Solving
The ability to analyze information,
evaluate arguments, and make
reasoned judgments, as well as
effectively identify and solve
problems.
Networks and Leading by
Influence
The skill of working effectively in
teams, collaborating with diverse
individuals, and being able to lead
and influence others towards a
common goal.
Adaptability
The capacity to adapt to new
situations, embrace change, and
quickly learn and apply new skills
and knowledge in response to
evolving circumstances.
"The Global Achievement Gap," Tony Wagner identifies seven essential skills for the
21st century curriculum. These skills are seen as crucial for preparing learners to
thrive in today's rapidly changing world:

Initiative and Effective Oral and Accessing and

Entrepreneurship
The ability to take initiative, be
proactive, and demonstrate an
entrepreneurial mindset by
identifying opportunities, taking
risks, and innovating.
Written Communication
The skill of communicating ideas
and information clearly and
persuasively through oral and
written means, while adapting the
communication style to different
audiences and purposes.
Analyzing Information
The ability to locate, evaluate,
and effectively use information
from various sources, as well as
critically analyze and synthesize
information to make informed
decisions.
Curiosity and Imagination
The inclination to be
curious, explore new ideas,
ask questions, and think
creatively, fostering
imagination and innovation..
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