Chart 4. Decomposition of percent change in skills scores by education group (sorted by percent change between education groups), 2023–33 projected
Skills category Percent change, between education groups Percent change, within education group

Computers and information technology

0.31 -0.11

Critical and analytical thinking

0.30 0.08

Writing and reading

0.29 -0.03

Science

0.26 0.44

Creativity and innovation

0.21 0.08

Problem solving and decision making

0.19 0.04

Project management

0.18 0.13

Speaking and listening

0.18 -0.08

Mathematics

0.17 -0.11

Leadership

0.16 0.11

Adaptability

0.13 0.00

Interpersonal

0.10 0.06

Detail oriented

0.05 0.05

Customer service

0.02 -0.08

Mechanical

-0.21 0.32

Fine motor

-0.26 0.08

Physical strength and stamina

-0.35 0.42

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.