The document discusses the ideal traits of 21st century teachers. It notes that teachers must adapt to paradigm shifts in education due to changes in learners' access to information and ability to network. The document outlines that according to Andrew Churches, new breed of teachers must be risk-takers, collaborators, models, leaders, and visionaries. Specifically, they must be adaptable to curriculum changes, see connections across disciplines, stay knowledgeable through continued learning, fluent in communication technologies, able to lead technology integration, model behaviors for students, and encourage collaboration.