21st Century Learning
21st century, also called “Information Age, is quite different from all eras of human history, so is the learning in 21st century. Learning in 21st century is purposeful and unlike past, it is not prescribed. It mainly focuses on acquiring the needed skills in order to be successful. Learners of Information Age are, obviously, supposed to have much more skills than those that are in the past. Albert Einstein’s famous quote “Once you stop learning, you start dying.” clearly explains what a 21st century learner should be: a life-long learner. In this century of rapid and constant change, learners are supposed to be able to keep up with these changes easily. The learners of Information Age are expected to process, evaluate and apply the information, not just to memorize it. The learners should always be ready to learn and use the information and skills effectively. The learners of this age are must be confident with their qualifications and be creative in order to be successful in...
