The Future of Work and the Gig Economy
General Paper · JC 2 · Economics and Development · 4.º Período

The Future of Work and the Gig Economy

Investigate how automation and the gig economy are transforming the nature of work. Students will consider the implications for workers' rights and social security.

MOE Syllabus OutcomesSyllabus 8881 LO1: Explore a range of key issues of global and local significanceSyllabus 8881 LO4: Construct cogent arguments

About This Topic

Investigate how automation and the gig economy are transforming the nature of work. Students will consider the implications for workers' rights and social security.

Key Questions

  1. Will automation lead to mass unemployment?
  2. Does the gig economy exploit workers?
  3. How should education systems adapt to the future of work?

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