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Technology not the elixir of education

The fourth industrial revolution brings opportunities but also challenges for young teachers and teacher educators

Generative AI, cybersecurity threats, new labour-market demands and accelerated technological change are now reshaping universities.  (John McCann/M&G)

Universities are key to 4IR employment

Graduates need to learn critical, transdisciplinary skills if they are to thrive in the modern workplace

Talking about a revolution: The fourth industrial revolution is characterised by the confluence of advancements in technologies and is catalysed by artificial intelligence. (Reuters/Kai Pfaffenbach)

Young South Africans to lead the revolution

Past industrial revolutions were sparked by innovative youth; the 4IR should be the same

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Youth need skills for the fourth industrial revolution

A love must be instilled at school for the STEM subjects — science, technology, engineering and maths — and digital literacy

President Cyril Ramaphosa. (Oupa Nkosi/M&G)

Towards a battle cry for tomorrow

The Constitution is fertile ground for a new local slogan beyond the global 4IR and the New Dawn

Digitalisation creates jobs as well as destroying others

Class of the future: The first ‘digital business’ students graduate at WBS

The courses prepare South African business leaders for the future world of work

Graphic: John McCann

South Africa needs to think differently and embrace 4IR

The country is still locked into the past and the world is moving on, so we need to act quickly

LEGO no longer makes blocks from plastic; consumers are more likely to opt for ‘green’ products

Three Rs plus playful classes builds creativity, critical thinking

How does one educate for critical thinking and problem-solving, creativity, collaboration and teamwork, communication and information literacy?

In a volatile and uncertain world it is important for educators to cultivate the four Cs — critical thinking, creative thinking, communication and collaboration, to prepare young people to deal with complexity and ambiguity. Photo: Oupa Nkosi

Industry 4.0 is being taken seriously

A pilot project is being run at several primary schools to establish the curriculum challenges

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Motshekga: We look to 2018 matriculants to solve problems

The pupils have been tasked to work towards the fourth industrial revolution

Is an MBA still relevant?

​The changing world of work – where does an MBA fit into the picture?

UCT’s Graduate Business School is evolving to stay abreast of the changing times

An MBA opens a world of opportunities

Five reasons why it’s still a good idea to study an MBA

The MBA is a good bet to future-proof your career in the changing world of work

Vega students are encouraged to show initiative, confidence and curiosity for learning

​Shaping creative business minds for the Fourth Industrial Revolution

Vega’s Brand Challenge and Brand Activation allow students to see what it’s like to work with a real-life brief from a real-life client

Professor Alwyn Louw

​Purpose-driven higher education must meet the demands of the new revolution

New generation universities need to be proactive in contributing to economic growth

Technologies such as block chain reinforce this in business, government, civil society and the academy, where ethical and transparent communication is key (John McCann/M&G)

The future is with us. Rethink it

Industry 4.0 affects the humanities and they need to seize on the opportunities to mitigate problems

‘How can the learners and students of today ensure that they are prepared for future work roles that can’t yet even be clearly defined?’ asks the writer

The future world of work is changing

And young people must be equipped with the skills they will need to succeed in their careers

Exposure to technology from a young age makes it easier for learners to transition to their roles in technology-driven business environments

Technology in the classroom is key to collaborative, effective and engaged learning

Kids need to learn how to think to survive in the new world