The Partnership‟s 21st Century Skills Framework reflects the same
spirit as the Whole Child goals. The Framework outlines the multiple
student outcomes that modern life demands, as well as the support
systems that will enable the realization of these outcomes. At first
glance, a 21st century learning environment may appear to be one of
several support systems in the Framework, but in fact, it is itself an
integrated system of multiple supports. Thus, the Partnership views a
21st century learning environment as an aligned and synergistic
system of systems that:
Creates learning practices, human support and physical
environments that will support the teaching and learning of 21st
century skill outcomes
Supports professional learning communities that enable
educators to collaborate, share best practices, and integrate 21st
century skills into classroom practice
Enables students to learn in relevant, real world 21st
century
contexts (e.g., through project-based or other applied work)
Allows equitable access to quality learning tools, technologies,
and resources
Provides 21st
century architectural and interior designs for group,
team, and individual learning.
Supports expanded community and international involvement in
learning, both face-to-face and online