Children Quote by Wendy Berliner
““But in terms of what they need to flourish in whatever society is round the corner, the following are the top ten things the OECD say children will need to be able to do: 1 Solve complex problems. 2 Think critically. 3 Think creatively. 4 Manage people. 5 Co-operate with others. 6 Demonstrate emotional intelligence. 7 Be confident in judgement and decision-making. 8 Be service orientated. 9 Be skilled in negotiation. 10 Show cognitive flexibility. To repeat, learning information is no longer enough – you can Google it. What you have to be able to do is to make use of knowledge – and you have to want to.””
About This Quote
OECD lists ten essential competencies for children, emphasizing critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, emotional intelligence, and the ability to apply knowledge rather than merely recall it.
In simple terms: Children need ten key skills beyond memorization.
Key Takeaway
Teach skills, not just facts.
Themes
education
skills
children
future
competency
Mood
optimistic
urgent
Type
policy
educational
When to use this quote
- classroom curricula
- after‑school programs
- parental guidance
Key Concepts
developmental psychology
education policy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools integrate these skills?
- What role does technology play in skill development?
A Different Perspective
Implementation varies across cultures.
