Generic Skills: Concept and Importance of Students Mastery

Abstract

This article is based on previous studies regarding generic skills that embody the concept of generic skills, issues in generic skills and the importance of mastering the skills. In terms of concept, it will be described in respect of the definition of generic skills and abroad. In addition, the generic skills are described from the perspective of Islam, the prophet generic skills, issues related to the importance of generic skills and final mastering generic skills to students. Further research is also needed to explore the practice of generic skills practiced level of schooling, especially in dealing with the industrial revolution 4.0 and 21st century education that emphasizes human capital that is useful for the country.