Profile of an Engaged Learner in the 21st Century

We are living in an incredible era where technology and networks have profoundly shapes our learning, growth, and connections. Thriving in this dynamic world necessitates essential attributes that not only enable us to harness these opportunities but also to navigate the challenges that come with them. 

As engaged learners in the 21st century, we strive:

In a world with challenges, to be:

SELF-DIRECTED: Owns and actively orchestrates learning journey. [EL1]
BALANCED: Integrates and harmonises diverse areas of study, resources, environmental influences and personal aspirations for a holistic experience. [EL2]
REFLECTIVEThinks critically, evaluates information, and considers experiences thoughtfully to learn, improve and grow. [EL3]
ADAPTABLE: Adjusts to new information and changes in environment. [EL4]

In a world of opportunities, to be:

CURIOUS: Have a sense of wonder about the world, and acts on the wonder to inquire and explore. [EL5]
CREATIVE: Active in building and constructing new artefacts and solutions that are personally or collectively meaningful. [EL6]
COMMUNICATIVE: Shares knowledge and insights clearly and listens to others. [EL7]
COLLABORATIVE: Works with others to enhance learning. [EL8]

In an interconnected world, to be:

INTEGRATING: Fosters dialogue and unity, harmonises diverse viewpoints, bridges gaps to bring people together. [EL9]
EMPOWERING TO OTHERS: Acts directly to support others, and creates an environment where others may  learn and grow. [EL10]

Guide for Self-Improvement

Use this informal Engaged Learner’s Self-Improvement Guide to learn more about how you fit in the Profile and how to improve your learner’s attributes.

Interactive Self-Assessment (Quest Tool)

Go on an immersive, interactive Quest adventure to assess how you engage with the world, and how you fit in the Profile.

Join us in our work

Our work at Lifespan Education is to nurture communities of engaged learners. 

Join us as we create, enhance, and share programs and activities designed to cultivate the attributes of engaged learners. Guided by our understanding of learning processes and our recognition of students’ individual challenges, we embrace and fulfill our roles in promoting engagement, to empower every student to flourish in their unique learning journeys.