Creativity? Why?

Abstract

According to the World Economic Forum (weforum.org), the list of required competencies in the 21st century are as

follows: 1. Foundational: literacy, numeracy, scientific literacy, ICT literacy, financial literacy, cultural and civic literacy.

2. Competencies – how students approach challenges: critical thinking, creativity, communication, and collaboration.

3. Character Qualities: curiosity, initiative, persistence, adaptability, leadership, social and cultural awareness.