CHAPTER V
SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS
This qualitative case study revealed the characteristics of one secondary school in
its interpretation and application of a 21 st century educational program. The insights
revealed from the teacher and administrator interviews and classroom observations are
critical in understanding how a public 9-12 school implemented particular aspects of a
21 st century educational program. The participants that were interviewed during the study
stressed the importance of the school’s role in preparing young people for the demands of
the 21 st century global society. The 3 R’s of Rigor, Relevance and Resources were the
key elements that distinguished a successful educational program of a 21 st century school.