Abstract

This research endeavor is centered on creating a comprehensive online self-training program to enhance educators’ understanding of the essential characteristics of 21st Century Learners. The program is thoughtfully designed with two principal components: the first focuses on equipping teachers with the necessary skills and strategies to foster and nurture their students as 21st Century Learners effectively. In contrast, the second component provides educators with practical guidance on implementing these newly acquired skills in real classroom settings. The study employed a five-step Research and Development methodology to ensure a rigorous and systematic approach, culminating in a structured one-group pretest-posttest design. This design was executed in a randomly selected school, engaging a cohort of eight dedicated teachers and 121 diverse students who participated in the program. This research revealed that the “Online Self-Training Program for Empowering Teachers to Strengthen Their Students as 21st Century Learners” met and exceeded the established research criteria. Consequently, the program holds significant promise for broader application and implementation across schools nationwide, ultimately contributing to enhancing educational practices in alignment with the demands of the 21st Century.

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