Effects of Online Distance Learning on the Acquisition of 4Cs: Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, and Creativity

The 21st-century skills in education are integral components in the competency of the students. Among these skills are known as the “Four C's” - communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity. With the sudden shift of the educational paradigm, this case study intends to identify the challenges the students face in acquiring the 4Cs, which would lead to identifying the effects of online distance learning on the acquisition of the 4Cs. An in-depth study was made to identify the improved practices of a beginning teacher and how these practices can be applied that would integrate the 4Cs to the students. The participants of the study will include senior high school students of De La Salle University-Laguna Campus. Challenges were mentioned within the experience of online distance learning. As such, these problems impacted the students' acquisition of 4Cs. The suggested practices of a beginning teacher include three categories which are the utilization of interactive materials, technological management, and enhancing students' learning experience. There may be a lot of factors to consider when applying the 4Cs during online distance learning, but as future educators, the important thing is to always be open to adjustments and ensure that quality education is always being delivered to the students.