Abstract
The goal of the research is to identify the characteristics of 21st century learning in the practice of general education of Latvia. The analysis of theoretical literature and qualitative analysis of documentation has been used. A case study of the practice of general education of Latvia based on the theoretical knowledge was implemented using content analysis of the selfassessment reports of educational institutions. Main characteristics of the 21st century learning in the institutions of general education were identified by structuring the chosen content units. Self-assessment reports of the institutions of general education of Latvia demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the core and content of the 21st century learning. Educational institutions focus on the development of the main categories of the 21st century learning, such as collaboration and communication, creativity and critical thinking.
| Translated title of the contribution | Characteristics of the 21st century learning in the practice of general education of Latvia |
|---|---|
| Original language | Latvian |
| Title of host publication | Izglītības reforma vispārizglītojošajā skolā |
| Subtitle of host publication | izglītības satura pētījumi un ieviešanas problēmas: 2015. gada zinātnisko rakstu krājums |
| Editors | Velta Lubkina |
| Place of Publication | Rēzekne |
| Publisher | Rēzeknes Tehnoloģiju akadēmija |
| Pages | 24-35 |
| Number of pages | 12 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 2256-0823 |
| Publication status | Published - 2016 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords*
- collaboration
- communication
- creativity
- critical thinking
- 21st century learning
Field of Science*
- 5.3 Educational sciences
- 5.1 Psychology
- 3.3 Health sciences
Publication Type*
- 3.2. Articles or chapters in other proceedings other than those included in 3.1., with an ISBN or ISSN code
