21st century skills are important for students to learn because learning these skills can help them become better, well-rounded people. This can help them with their future, and how they can contribute as a citizen in the future. This can help them not only be better citizens, but also function as adults in the workplace as well. Being able to collaborate with others, having creative solutions to problems, having critical thinking skills/problem solving skills and great communication skills are all essential to being a successful adult in the world. These are the type of skills I want my own children to graduate with and be able to go off into their adult life ready to take on life problems.
