an individual or group of people working together towards a shared purpose

an individual, group or organisation that has a vested interest in a business or project

The modern world of work

Computing

Accessibility

Skills for the world of work

Cloud computing

Personal networks

Remote working

Tools for communication

Tools for planning

Tools for presenting information

Pupils must be able to identify how the modern structure of the workplace will impact their future lives. This unit will facilitate a deeper comprehension of the methods employed by organisations and the impact the use of IT in the working environment has on all stakeholders.

IT and the world of work

They operate in fixed locations with face-to-face communication.

They rely on digital tools for collaboration.

What is one key characteristic of traditional teams?

What is the term for a working model that combines remote and in-office working?

a person or group with a vested interest in a business or project

a group of people working together towards a shared purpose

stress caused by overwork or constant connectivity

feeling disconnected due to remote or hybrid working

Match the following terms with their definitions:

increased opportunities for face-to-face communication

What is one advantage of modern-day working?

Which of the following is a disadvantage of modern-day working?

They reduce the need for collaboration tools.

They guarantee improved face-to-face communication.

What is one implication of hybrid or remote working?

It takes longer than traditional meetings.

It allows people to meet without being in the same location.

It cannot be recorded for future reference.

What is one advantage of conducting meetings over the internet via video links?

to communicate quickly and electronically

What is the main purpose of sending an email?

Which of the following is an example of traditional communication?

Ensure that all participants have access to the meeting platform.

Start the video call at the scheduled time.

Share documents or screens as needed during the call.

Arrange the steps for conducting a video conference in the correct order:

They make it more difficult to give a presentation.

They require travel and can take more time.

They make it impossible to share documents.

They are less effective for group discussions.

What is one potential downside of face-to-face meetings compared to virtual meetings?

They allow for better personal connections.

They are always cheaper than virtual meetings.

Why might some people prefer face-to-face meetings over virtual meetings?

The modern world of work

Lesson outcome