Those standards must reflect critical thinking skills and the ability to apply knowledge to new and challenging contexts, skills that today's students will need to work in teams and collaborate across companies, communities and continents.

FORBES: U.S. Rep. George Miller

Communication skills, affinity with the population, knowledge of chronic conditions and ability to build relationships are just a few desirable qualifications for program leaders.

FORBES: Timing Is Everything

American skilled workers have distinct advantages over foreign workers, namely managerial ability, communication skills (because of language), and knowledge of firms and the U.S. market.

FORBES: Positive New Steps To Reform High-Skilled Immigration