Skills of Business

The writer discusses the Partnership for the 21st Century Skills (P21), which claims 14 member states as working to foster the adoption of new academic-content standards, professional training, and assessments. P21 has put the provision of skills in technology literacy, the ability to analyze and apply knowledge, and a knack for working effectively with colleagues in teams at the center of its agenda. The group is facing a vocal chorus of detractors for its initiative, with critics alleging that P21 is a veiled attempt by technology companies—which make up most of its membership—to gain more influence over the classroom. The major aims of the group and its plans to respond to criticism are discussed.

Sawchuk, S. (2009). Skills of Business. Education Week, 29(14), 18-21. Retrieved April 21, 2010, from OmniFile Full Text Select database.