The document discusses how the amount of knowledge in the world is doubling every 18 months, requiring students to develop new skills to manage information and thrive in a changing society. It advocates for personalized learning approaches that include comprehensive learner profiles, customized learning paths based on student performance and progress. The document also highlights 21st century skills like critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and global awareness that will be important for students' future success. It questions what education should look like to ensure student success in the coming decades as the world and workplace continue to change rapidly.

3. Global Pressures Are Changing the World of Learning and the Place of Learning in Our World

4. “ Half of what is known today was not known 10 years ago. The amount of knowledge in the world has doubled in the past 10 years and is doubling every 18 months according to the American Society of Training and Documentation (ASTD).” Gonzalez (2004), The Role of Blended Learning in the World of Technology

5. The three drivers for 21 st century skills What the world’s like ‘ the perfect storm’ What we’re like learning science What we want to be our aspirations Given the rapid rate of change, the vast amount of information to be managed, and the influence of technology on life in general, students need to acquire different, evolving skill sets to cope and to thrive in this changing society. - Partnership for 21 st century skills Advances in the cognitive sciences show that learning increases significantly when students are engaged in academic study through authentic, real-world experiences. -The Metiri Group I've discovered that there are seven survival skills that all students must master to get-and keep-a good job in today's global knowledge economy, succeed in college, and be leaders in our communities. -Tony Wagner

13. We must cultivate new experiences of next generation learning . Personalized Learning World Class Learning/Skills Authentic Student Voice Performance-based Learning Comprehensive System of Supports Anytime, Anywhere Opportunities

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17. Personalized Learning Possible Independent Study Now

18. Personalized Learning 21 st Century

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