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The
ways in which people learn are changing. These changes
are being driven partly by the need for different skills
for new ways of living and working, and partly by a concern
that people are not reaching their full potential. Learning
is also being affected by the extensive use of information
and communications technology (ICT).
New ways of learning
Education
must change to enable us to cope with changes in society.
For example, employment in one steady career throughout
a lifetime is now rare and many people need to be able
to work around the world as business and culture generally
becomes more international.
The
qualities that are essential to meet these challenges
are:
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Adaptability to suit changing technology and allow mobility;
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Willingness and ability to work in dynamic teams;
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Passion for learning throughout life;
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Creativity (public and private institutions are changing
rapidly as a result of economic and cultural demands
and a creative workforce is required to manage these
changes);
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Ability to organise and analyse information.
If
pupils are to have a stimulating learning experience
which leads them to acquire
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these skills, some change in the methods of learning is
likely. Successful methods include:
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Active learning, individually or in a group,
including information-gathering as well as practical experiences
such as doing scientific experiments;
FRENSHAM
HEIGHTS SCHOOL,
Hampshire Working informally with other pupils can be
a valuable learning experience - a variety of experience
is the key to stimulating learning. The practice of working
with dynamic teams can help prepare young people for our
changing society and employment culture.
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