Advanced Search

The story appears on

Page B2

August 29, 2023

GET this page in PDF

Free for subscribers

View shopping cart

Related News

Home » Feature » Education

Adapting to the changing job market with AI

By Wei Yitong | 00:47 UTC+8 August 29, 2023 | Print Edition

With the impressive capabilities of ChatGPT being showcased in various scenes, more and more concerns have been raised about the possibility of AI replacing humans one day. As a student, it is understandable to feel anxious about its potential impact on our future career development. However, I believe that we can always stay relevant and adapt to the changing job market with the right mindset and skillset.

One of the skills that AI can never learn is creativity. AI highly relies on the data that scientists have fed it with. In other words, it excels in tasks that involve information integration and data analysis, but it is almost incompetent to think outside the box and come up with novel ideas. Therefore, jobs that require creativity, such as writing, design, and art, are unlikely to be replaced by AI.

Another important skill that we can prioritize is critical thinking. What makes man unique is that he can think, while AI’s ability to “think” is pre-determined by code. AI can be the most efficient task performer but it can never be a decision-maker as it lacks the ability to think independently based on context and experience. Several studies have revealed that jobs that require critical thinking are less likely to be automated.

Last, even if not everyone can exhibit unique creativity or excellent logical thinking, we can at least cultivate the perseverance of lifelong learning and have the courage to try new things. Technology is advancing at an extraordinary rate, rather than viewing AI as a job competitor, we can embrace technology more actively and learn how to use it to our advantage. For instance, we can ask AI to help us analyze data, schedule routine tasks, and streamline our decision-making processes. With the assistance of AI, people can be freed from tedious, repetitive work and can focus solely on meaningful, valuable work. Those who can master and utilize AI will never be replaced by it, thus, having a positive attitude toward learning and a willingness to try new things can greatly benefit our mindset and skillset.

In conclusion, AI is undoubtedly reshaping the job market, and it is natural to be worried about our future. However, by developing our creativity, and critical thinking skills, we can always explore our strengths and stay relevant to the changing job market.

Education


 

Copyright © 1999- Shanghai Daily. All rights reserved.Preferably viewed with Internet Explorer 8 or newer browsers.

沪公网安备 31010602000204号

Email this to your friend