The robots are coming for your job! Why digital literacy is so important for the jobs of the future.
This opinion piece explains why digital literacy is so important for the jobs of the future. The article looks at the changing nature of the workforce and the ways in which we can 'future-proof' our students.
Additional details
| Year band(s) | Foundation, 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10 |
|---|---|
| Content type | Article or research |
| Format | Web page |
| Technologies & Programming Languages | Robotics and drones |
| Keywords | Robots, Careers, Jobs, Report, Opinion, Digital Literacy |
| Organisation | The Conversation |
| Copyright | 2010-2016 The Conversation Media Group Ltd. Creative Commons BY-ND 4.0. |
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