<![CDATA[Life skills education is an important approach to addressing educational challenges in the modern era. Technological developments, globalization, and social changes require students to possess not only academic competence but also life skills that support independence, creativity, communication, problem-solving, and readiness for future careers. This study aims to examine the implementation of life skills education in fostering students’ independence and competence through a literature review method. Data were obtained from 27 references consisting of scientific articles, national journals, and books relevant to the research topic. The results indicate that life skills education contributes significantly to shaping independent character, improving social competence, developing vocational abilities, and strengthening students’ readiness to face modern life challenges. The implementation of life skills education is carried out through contextual learning, practical activities, entrepreneurship programs, character education, and the integration of technology into learning processes. For example, schools can implement life skills education through entrepreneurship projects, collaborative learning activities, digital literacy training, and practical skill programs that encourage students to become active, creative, and independent learners. Furthermore, life skills education supports the development of critical thinking, decision-making, communication skills, and adaptability to technological and social changes. However, several challenges remain, including limited facilities, insufficient teacher readiness, and the lack of optimal curriculum integration. Therefore, collaboration among schools, families, and communities is necessary to strengthen the implementation of life skills education. Through effective implementation, students are expected to become competent, creative, independent individuals who are better prepared to face the dynamics and demands of life in the modern era.]]>
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