21st Century Skills: Evidence of Issues in Definition, Demand and Delivery for Development Contexts

Summary of the evidence on the definition, demand, and delivery of 21st Century Skills, with a focus on low- and middle-income countries

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to provide a summary of the evidence related to issues associated with the definition, demand, and delivery of 21st Century Skills, with a particular focus on low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). In looking at definitions of ‘21st Century Skills’.

K4D helpdesk reports provide summaries of current research, evidence and lessons learned. This report was commissioned by the UK Department for International Development.

Citation

Joynes, C., Rossignoli, S., & Fenyiwa Amonoo-Kuofi, E. (2019). 21st Century Skills: Evidence of issues in definition, demand and delivery for development contexts (K4D Helpdesk Report). Brighton, UK: Institute of Development Studies.

21st Century Skills: Evidence of Issues in Definition, Demand and Delivery for Development Contexts

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Published 1 August 2019