DEVELOPING COLLABORATION, COMMUNICATION, CRITICAL THINKING, AND CREATIVITY WITHIN THE FRAMEWORK OF THE 4C MODEL
Abstract
This article explores the 4C model—Collaboration, Communication, Critical Thinking, and Creativity—as a foundational framework for 21st-century skill development. It analyzes the pedagogical methodologies for cultivating each of these competencies in classroom settings, highlighting best practices, integration strategies, and the transformative role of active learning. The study emphasizes how the 4C model supports holistic learner development, preparing students for academic success, workplace readiness, and global citizenship.Keywords
4C model, collaboration, communication, critical thinking, creativity, 21st-century skills, pedagogy.
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