This important new book identifies the skills and qualities students need, based on the Common Core State Standards, to be "really" ready for college and careers. Go beyond content knowledge...the deep thinking and learning skills detailed in this book will equip students for success! Prepare your students for their futures by helping them become: (1) Analytic thinkers; (2) Critical thinkers; (3) Problem solvers; (4) Inquisitive; (5) Opportunistic; (6) Flexible; (7) Open minded; (8) Teachable; (9) Risk takers; (10) Expressive; (11) Skilled at information gathering; (12) Skilled at drawing inferences and reaching conclusions; and (13) Skilled at using technology as a tool, not a crutch. For each skill, you'll learn why it matters, and get a whole host of practical strategies and techniques for bringing the skill to life in the classroom--across the curriculum and for different grade levels. Bonus! You'll get useful, much-needed information on planning high-quality assessments.