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Download or read book Bringing 21st century skills to the classroom through inquiry-based learning written by Kathryn Ann Baer and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Research has proven that relevant experiences in the classroom provide students with a richer, more effective understanding of content. Students’ today need more than simple knowledge-based content. They need to leave high school with 21st century skills that will allow them to succeed beyond the realm of education. This project explores the need for critical thinking, problem solving and collaboration in the classroom and discusses how inquiry-based learning can fit that need. Inquiry-based learning provides the avenue for acquisition of content as well as development of said skills. The project includes a project-based inquiry unit as well as rubrics to assess 21st century skills.