This document discusses planning frameworks for 21st century learning. It compares the traditional and progressive models of curriculum from the 20th century and outlines seven key competencies for 21st century learning: digital/technological fluency, communication, social/cultural/global responsibility, creativity/innovation, critical thinking, collaboration, and lifelong learning. It advocates for student-centered approaches like Understanding by Design and project-based learning to develop these real-world skills and prepare students for their future, not just our past.