Future of Work and Social Issues

Future of Work and Social Issues

Assessment

Interactive Video

Created by

Ethan Morris

Business, Education, Social Studies

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

The video features a discussion with James Manika, a board member of Khan Academy and head of the McKinsey Global Institute. The conversation covers the impact of technology and automation on the future of work, the effects of COVID-19 on inequality, and the importance of addressing systemic racism in business. It also explores future trends and the need for skills adaptation. The session concludes with a call for continued support for Khan Academy and a look at future challenges and opportunities.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary funding source for Khan Academy?

Subscription fees

Advertising revenue

Philanthropic donations

Government grants

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the McKinsey Global Institute?

Developing new technologies

Researching economic and societal trends

Providing financial services

Manufacturing consumer goods

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has technology historically affected jobs according to the discussion?

It leads to permanent job loss

It has no significant impact on jobs

It has always created more jobs than it destroyed

It destroys jobs but not work

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant concern regarding the future of work with AI and automation?

Complete elimination of all jobs

Increased inequality and wage disparity

Overpopulation in urban areas

Lack of technological advancement

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has COVID-19 highlighted about the workforce?

The resilience of all sectors

The decline of remote work

The stability of the gig economy

The vulnerability of low-wage workers

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major challenge for workers during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Access to remote work opportunities

Maintaining physical health

Access to health benefits tied to employment

Finding new job sectors

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What personal experience does James Manika share about systemic racism?

He has experienced racial profiling

He thinks racism only affects the poor

He has never faced discrimination

He believes racism is a myth

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key action businesses can take to address diversity and inclusion?

Focus solely on profits

Increase automation

Ignore systemic issues

Change hiring practices

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of businesses in addressing systemic racism according to the discussion?

To focus on international markets

To actively change organizational culture

To provide lip service

To reduce employee benefits

10.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What combination of skills is emphasized for future success?

Only technical skills

No skills are necessary

Only artistic skills

A combination of STEM and artistic skills

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