We've+Got+Skills-+21st+Century+Thinkers

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//**Our world is changing, and with it the skills we need to succeed are changing. Since the Renaissance, the concept of a "universal thinker" (educated and multi-talented person) has been important. Now more than ever, skills you acquire in high school and college will be necessary to succeed in the emerging job market. **//=====


 * =====**What is a Renaissance man, and how is the concept important and relevant today?**=====
 * **How do changes in the economy impact the job market?**
 * **What skills are the most desired by employers in the current job market?**
 * **How can I make myself more marketable in the 21st century?**

**__ Tasks __ **
**5. Create a presentation for a local career fair that educates other young people on how to get an edge in the competitive job market of the future.**
 * 1. Explore the Renaissance concept of a "universal thinker" and discover how the concept has evolved to present day. **
 * 2. Create a visual, physical representation of both a 15th century and a 21st century Renaissance man. **
 * 3. Explore the current job market at the local and state level, and job outlook predictions for the next 5-15 years. **
 * 4. Conduct an interview with local, successful business leaders to identify skills needed for success. **