Key Competencies for a 21st Century Curriculum

Unpack the major ideas behind a 21st century curriculum. This series offers practical ideas for making the curriculum work in the classroom. These resources explore key competencies in depth: managing self, relating to others, participating and contributing (Bk 1); thinking, using language, symbols and texts (Bk 2).

Includes photocopiable resources, handy web links and illuminating case studies.

Ages: 5-14 years

Key Competencies and a Curriculum for the 21st Century Book 1
Key Competencies and a Curriculum for the 21st Century Book 2

About the Author

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Angie Simmons

Angie Simmons is interested in current best-practice learning approaches that encompass thinking skills, collaboration and problem solving. As an experienced educator, she has worked broadly across the educational sector of New Zealand. She worked as a primary school teacher for many years and as a university lecturer, when she was head of an educational technologies programme and taught prospective teachers. In another significant educational role, she was a digital technologies professional development facilitator working with schools across the Auckland area to integrate future-focused learning within the curriculum.