articleSAGE OpenJan 1, 2020GOLD OA

Determinants of 21st-Century Skills and 21st-Century Digital Skills for Workers: A Systematic Literature Review

University of Twente · Netherlands Institute for Social Research

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Abstract

This study brings attention to the determinants of 21st-century skills and 21st-century digital skills. The following skills are investigated: technical, information, communication, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills. To understand differences in the level of these skills among workers, we need to know the factors that determine an individual’s skill level. A systematic literature review was conducted to provide a comprehensive overview of empirical studies measuring skill determinants. The results show that there is strong need for research on determinants of communication and collaboration skills. In a digital context, determinants for creativity and critical thinking…

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  • Creativity
  • Variety (cybernetics)
  • Social skills
  • Socioeconomic status
  • Psychology
  • Context (archaeology)
  • Soft skills
  • Skills management
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