21st Century Skills of Students through Pedagogical Practices of the Teacher: An Assessment

This research assessed the pedagogical practices of a mathematics teacher and the 21st century skills of ABM (Accountancy, Business, and Management), GAS (General Academic Strand), and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Strand) students at Casiguran Technical Vocational School, Sorsogon, Philippines. This case study employed the mixed of qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection, including classroom observation, documentary analysis, and student surveys. The findings showed that the teacher utilized varied pedagogical practices to develop the critical thinking, collaboration, communication, creativity and innovation, self-direction, making local connections, and using technology for learning. However, there were areas for improvement in creativity, self-direction, and local connections. The assessment of student 21st century skills indicated proficiency in critical thinking, collaboration, communication, creativity, self-direction, making local connections, and using technology. The study concluded that innovative pedagogies positively influenced skill development and developed a 21st century skills teacher’s guide. Recommendations included prioritizing the development of 21st century skills using innovative pedagogical practices and promoting problem-solving abilities. The develop teacher’s guide may be subject for validation of school authorities and will then be adopted by other schools, and further research in other grade levels and subjects is suggested.