21st Century Fluencies

These are characteristics of learning skills that characterize engagement in 21st century learning.  They are:

Solution Fluency: The ability to creatively solve problems in real time;

Information Fluency:The ability to interpret information presented on-line and to be able to determine it's value.  Howard Rheingold calls this "Crap Detection".

Creativity Fluency: The ability to transmit content using artistic skills such as digital storytelling, design, and art, to name a few.

Media Fluency: The ability to manipulate media technologies, interpret the transmitted message and evaluate the media tool.

Collaboration Fluency: The ability to work with other individuals or groups, both f2f and in virtual environments.

 

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