GEN TEFL Journal Volume 4 (2019)
E-ISSN 2520 209X
Strategies for 21st Century Learning Mindsets – Best Practices from the Classroom and Connect2Learn.education Platform
Beata Mirecka-Jakubowska
Abstract: Learning the English language has become widespread, but in many schools it is still taught in traditional ways, not sufficient enough for the needs of workers in the 21st century global economy. Thus, enhancement of English language instruction with strategies for learning in general is essential in order to facilitate acquisition of lifelong learning skills as well as effective assimilation of skills and competencies essential for success in life. To ensure global, national, and personal success of citizens, education systems worldwide need to provide students with systematic practice opportunities of skills and competencies such as creative and collaborative problem solving, persuasion, adaptability and time management, and further facilitate English language learning for communication and intercultural understanding in order to connect societies across barriers and cultures. This paper outlines several practical strategies for building learning power and growth mindsets for learning, applicable in school-based face-to-face English language learning classes as well as blended learning environments or entirely online learning courses.
Date of publication: 15 December 2019
E-ISSN 2520 209X
Strategies for 21st Century Learning Mindsets – Best Practices from the Classroom and Connect2Learn.education Platform
Beata Mirecka-Jakubowska
Abstract: Learning the English language has become widespread, but in many schools it is still taught in traditional ways, not sufficient enough for the needs of workers in the 21st century global economy. Thus, enhancement of English language instruction with strategies for learning in general is essential in order to facilitate acquisition of lifelong learning skills as well as effective assimilation of skills and competencies essential for success in life. To ensure global, national, and personal success of citizens, education systems worldwide need to provide students with systematic practice opportunities of skills and competencies such as creative and collaborative problem solving, persuasion, adaptability and time management, and further facilitate English language learning for communication and intercultural understanding in order to connect societies across barriers and cultures. This paper outlines several practical strategies for building learning power and growth mindsets for learning, applicable in school-based face-to-face English language learning classes as well as blended learning environments or entirely online learning courses.
Date of publication: 15 December 2019
