Rencana Pelajaran Teknis | Work and Technology

Tujuan

Durasi: 10 - 15 minutes

The aim of this stage is to help students grasp how technology impacts employment and fosters new job opportunities, particularly in app-based roles. This understanding is vital for them to develop a practical and analytical outlook on the current job market, recognizing both the prospects and pitfalls that come with technological progress. It also enhances applicable skills that are relevant in today's and tomorrow's job markets.

Tujuan Utama:

1. Understand that advancements in technology lead to new ways of working.

2. Identify emerging job roles, particularly those facilitated by apps.

3. Appreciate how technology is reshaping the job market.

Tujuan Sampingan:

1. Cultivate critical thinking skills regarding the influence of technology in everyday life.
2. Encourage curiosity around technological advancements and their roles in the workplace.

Pengantar

Durasi: 10 - 15 minutes

The aim of this stage is to help students grasp how technology impacts employment and fosters new job opportunities, particularly in app-based roles. This understanding is vital for them to develop a practical and analytical outlook on the current job market, recognizing both the prospects and pitfalls that come with technological progress. It also enhances applicable skills that are relevant in today's and tomorrow's job markets.

Keingintahuan dan Koneksi Pasar

Did you know that millions across the globe now earn a living as app drivers, delivery personnel, freelancers on online platforms, or creating content for social media? These roles came about because of technological advancements. Services like Uber, DoorDash, and platforms such as Upwork and YouTube illustrate how technology has birthed new job opportunities that didn’t exist a few decades ago.

Kontekstualisasi

Technology has drastically changed the workplace in ways we never imagined. Historically, many jobs necessitated being on-site in offices or factories, but now, thanks to the internet and mobile tech, we see a rise in remote work and app-based services. This shift not only simplifies life but also generates new job paths that meet contemporary demands and lifestyles.

Kegiatan Awal

To engage students, show a brief video (3-5 minutes) that highlights the transition in the job market due to modern technologies. A recommended video is 'The Future of Work' from the 'Nerdologia' channel. Following the video, pose a thought-provoking question: 'How do you envision technology changing the workforce in the years to come?'

Pengembangan

Durasi: 50 - 60 minutes

The goal of this stage is to ensure students understand both the practical and reflective aspects of how technology is transforming work opportunities. The proposed activities promote creativity, critical analysis, and collaboration—skills crucial for students’ academic and career growth.

Topik

1. The impact of technology on the job market.

2. Emerging job roles facilitated by apps.

3. Examples of careers that arose with technological advancements.

4. The importance of tech skills in today’s workforce.

Pemikiran tentang Subjek

Lead a discussion with students about how technology is reshaping employment landscapes. Ask if anyone knows individuals who work through apps or digital platforms and how this affects their lives. Encourage discussions around the differences between new roles and traditional jobs, weighing their pros and cons.

Tantangan Kecil

Design Your Own App

Students will be organized into groups, and each group will brainstorm and outline a concept for an app that could create a new job opportunity. They should think about the issue the app would address, its functionality, its target users, and the skills needed to use it.

1. Organize the class into groups of 4 to 5 students.

2. Distribute paper and pens to each group.

3. Explain that each team must come up with an app idea that could generate a new form of work.

4. Prompt each group to define the specific problem the app addresses.

5. Encourage them to describe the app’s functionality, target users, and necessary skills.

6. Each group should draft a rough sketch of the app’s interface and write a brief summary.

7. After 20 minutes, have each group present their concept to the class.

Foster students' creativity and critical thinking by challenging them to envision tech innovations and explore how these can generate new job opportunities.

**Durasi: 20 - 25 minutes

Latihan Evaluasi

1. Ask students to write a brief paragraph describing a new job that emerged from technological advancements and how it contrasts with conventional roles.

2. Guide students to create a diagram illustrating how a service app (like Uber or DoorDash) connects workers to clients.

3. Encourage students to conduct a quick online search about a digital work platform and present a summary of its function and available job opportunities.

Kesimpulan

Durasi: 10 - 15 minutes

The intention of this stage is to help students consolidate the knowledge gained throughout the lesson, reflecting on the critical role of technological shifts in the job market. This phase promotes a practical and analytical perspective, aiding students in grasping the topic's importance and the applicability of the concepts discussed.

Diskusi

Lead a concluding discussion with students focused on how the lesson integrated theory and application. Inquire about their insights on new work forms spurred by technology and their effects on the job market. Motivate students to reflect on the mini challenge of app creation and share their views on the significance of tech skills in future careers.

Ringkasan

Review the key topics addressed: the influence of technology on the job market, the emergence of new roles through apps, examples of professions that have developed with technological advances, and the significance of tech skills in today's working world.

Penutupan

Clarify to students how the lesson tied together theory, practice, and real-world applications in employment. Stress the importance of staying informed about technological advancements and how this awareness can lead to new career openings. Conclude by reinforcing the relevance of the topic to their everyday lives and how understanding these shifts can equip them for the future.