Lesson 8: Future of Work - AI and Career Pathways
Evolve AI Institute | Grades 10-12
Purpose: This assessment helps you identify your unique strengths and growth areas as you prepare for careers in an AI-integrated world. Remember that AI cannot replicate distinctly human capabilities like creativity, empathy, ethical judgment, and adaptability.
How to Complete:
These skills involve working with technology, data, and digital systems. While important, they can often be learned through courses and practice.
| Skill | Rating (1-5) 1=Beginning 5=Advanced |
Specific Example |
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| Coding and Programming Ability to write code, understand programming logic, or create digital solutions |
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| Data Analysis Ability to interpret data, identify patterns, and draw meaningful conclusions |
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| Systems Thinking Ability to understand how different parts of complex systems work together |
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| Digital Literacy Comfort using various technologies and learning new digital tools quickly |
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| Technical Troubleshooting Ability to diagnose and solve technology problems independently |
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These distinctly human capabilities are difficult or impossible for AI to replicate. They involve emotional intelligence, creativity, and ethical judgment.
| Skill | Rating (1-5) 1=Beginning 5=Advanced |
Specific Example |
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| Empathy and Emotional Intelligence Ability to understand and respond to others' emotions and perspectives |
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| Creativity and Original Thinking Ability to generate novel ideas and unique solutions to problems |
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| Complex Problem-Solving Ability to tackle ambiguous problems that require multiple approaches |
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| Ethical Reasoning and Judgment Ability to make morally sound decisions in complex situations |
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| Cultural Sensitivity Ability to understand and respect diverse perspectives and backgrounds |
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These skills help you navigate change, learn continuously, and thrive in uncertain environments - essential in a rapidly evolving AI landscape.
| Skill | Rating (1-5) 1=Beginning 5=Advanced |
Specific Example |
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| Learning Agility Ability to quickly learn new skills and adapt to new information |
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| Resilience and Growth Mindset Ability to persist through challenges and view failures as learning opportunities |
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| Comfort with Ambiguity Ability to work effectively when answers aren't clear or situations are uncertain |
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| Flexibility in Changing Environments Ability to adjust plans and approaches as situations evolve |
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| Continuous Improvement Orientation Desire and commitment to keep growing and developing throughout life |
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These skills enable effective teamwork and communication - critical as AI becomes a collaborative partner in most careers.
| Skill | Rating (1-5) 1=Beginning 5=Advanced |
Specific Example |
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| Teamwork and Interpersonal Communication Ability to work effectively with others and communicate clearly |
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| Cross-Cultural Competence Ability to collaborate with people from different backgrounds and cultures |
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| Conflict Resolution Ability to navigate disagreements constructively and find win-win solutions |
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| Leadership and Influence Ability to motivate others and guide groups toward shared goals |
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| Giving and Receiving Feedback Ability to provide constructive feedback and accept it with openness |
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List your three strongest skills from any category. For each, explain why you rated yourself highly and how this strength could benefit you in future careers.
Strength 1:
Why this is a strength and how it helps in careers:
Strength 2:
Why this is a strength and how it helps in careers:
Strength 3:
Why this is a strength and how it helps in careers:
Identify 2-3 skills you want to develop further. Be specific about why these skills matter for your career interests and how you plan to improve them.
Growth Area 1:
Why I want to develop this skill:
Concrete actions I can take to improve:
Growth Area 2:
Why I want to develop this skill:
Concrete actions I can take to improve:
Growth Area 3:
Why I want to develop this skill:
Concrete actions I can take to improve:
Think about careers that interest you. Which of your strengths align well with those careers? Which growth areas would be most valuable to develop for your career goals?
Looking at all four skill categories, which type of skills do you think AI will have the hardest time replicating? Why? Which of your skills fall into this category?
Teacher Use: This rubric evaluates student self-awareness, honest reflection, and ability to connect skills to career planning.
| Criteria | Emerging (1-2 points) | Developing (3-4 points) | Proficient (5-6 points) | Advanced (7-8 points) |
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| Self-Assessment Completion (8 points) |
Completed fewer than 50% of skill ratings or left most examples blank | Completed 50-75% of skill ratings with some examples provided | Completed all skill ratings with most examples provided | Completed all skill ratings with detailed, specific examples for every skill |
| Example Quality (8 points) |
Examples are vague or generic (e.g., "I'm good at this") | Examples are present but lack specificity or detail | Most examples are specific and demonstrate the skill clearly | All examples are highly specific, detailed, and clearly demonstrate skill level |
| Honest Self-Reflection (8 points) |
Ratings appear inflated or deflated; little evidence of genuine reflection | Some evidence of honest assessment but ratings may be inconsistent with examples | Ratings appear honest and aligned with provided examples; balanced view of strengths and growth areas | Demonstrates deep self-awareness with ratings fully aligned to examples; acknowledges both strengths and vulnerabilities authentically |
| Strengths Identification (8 points) |
Listed fewer than 3 strengths or explanations are minimal | Listed 3 strengths but explanations lack depth or career connection | Clearly identified 3 strengths with good explanations of career relevance | Identified 3 strengths with insightful explanations of how each strength creates career advantages in specific contexts |
| Growth Areas with Action Plans (8 points) |
Listed fewer than 2 growth areas or no action plans provided | Listed growth areas but action plans are vague (e.g., "practice more") | Identified 2-3 growth areas with concrete action steps for improvement | Identified growth areas with detailed, actionable improvement plans including specific resources, timelines, or strategies |
| Career Connection (6 points) |
Little to no connection made between skills and career interests | Basic connection to careers but lacks specificity | Clear connection between identified skills and specific career pathways | Sophisticated analysis of how specific skills align with career requirements and how to leverage strengths while developing growth areas |
| Understanding AI vs. Human Skills (6 points) |
Minimal understanding of which skills AI cannot replicate | Basic understanding but explanation lacks depth or personal connection | Clear understanding with good explanation of AI limitations and human capabilities | Nuanced understanding with insightful analysis of why certain human skills remain valuable and how AI might augment rather than replace human work |
Total Points: _____ / 52
Grading Scale:
Strengths I observe in your self-assessment:
Suggestions for deeper reflection or skill development:
Next steps or resources to support your career preparation: