Students in the 21st century must be able to think critically and creatively, collaborate with others, solve problems in innovative ways, understand the global economy and use technology.

Learning has also become very different;students who spend their time on such activities as gaming and social media have expectations and skills that traditional teaching may not reach. Educators must be able to facilitate learning core subjects in new ways..

Being able to provide all students with a common set of tools for success is also an inclusive practice, as every student regardless of economic, ethnic, or academic background leaves high school with an equal opportunity for success..