The purpose of this qualitative case study was to investigate how one secondary
school, known for its high quality educational program, is infusing the pedagogical
elements that are conducive for a 21 st century education. The administration’s vision
along with teacher interviews and classroom observations were used to understand if the
school was effectively articulating its program with the needs of the 21 st century learner
and the changing 21 st century workplace. In order to successfully prepare the students and
meet their educational needs, teachers are asked to integrate higher level thinking skills
through the use of problem based learning while using technology in a meaningful way.
Administration setting unrealistic professional goals without lending practical and