A survey conducted by Peter Hart Research Associates based on interviews with 302 employers revealed the following most important staffing requirements:
89% said effective communication, both orally and in writing.
81% said critical thinking and analytical reasoning skills.
79% said the ability to apply knowledge and skills to real-world settings through internships or other hands-on experiences.
75% said analytic skill, complex problem-solving.
75% said the ability to make ethical decisions.
Notice none of the employers said that passing high performance tests, as required by No Child Left Behind is on the list.