Listening to Learn: Integrating the 4Cs Inside the Classroom at Wake STEM HS

In this episode, we listen to real student voices as they share how their teachers bring the 4Cs—critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity—into everyday lessons across different subjects. Join us as we react to their insights, discuss the impact of these skills on student engagement, and explore how fostering the 4Cs can make learning more meaningful and exciting. Tune in to hear why integrating these essential skills isn’t just good teaching—it can be a game-changer for student interest and success!

Research & resources from the episode:

• 4Cs K-12 Continuum  

• 4Cs Single-Point Rubrics  

• Jay McTighe’s Performance Task Blog Series 

• Data Lit’s Assessment Types Series

• Data Lit’s Assessment Methods Series

WCPSS staff can earn credit for listening to and reflecting on completed series.Learn more here.

Hosts: Mellisa Smith and Spencer Ziegler

Theme music: Lost by Leesville Road High School’sWill McAlarney
Data, Research, and Accountability department forthe Wake County Public School System