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The modern world of work

I can recognise how the workplace has changed over time and the implications of modern-day working.

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The modern world of work

I can recognise how the workplace has changed over time and the implications of modern-day working.

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Key learning points

  1. Traditional teams often operate in fixed locations and face-to-face communication.
  2. Modern teams are frequently remote or hybrid, using digital tools for collaboration.
  3. Advantages of modern day working include; increased productivity, enhanced customer service.
  4. Disadvantages of modern day working include; employee burnout, employee isolation and increased demand on IT systems.

Keywords

  • Organisation - an individual or group of people working together towards a shared purpose.

  • Stakeholder - an individual, group or organisation that has a vested interest in a business or project.

Common misconception

Modern technology has improved individuals' working lives in all aspects.

There are some negative impacts of modern-day technology on the workplace and individual workers. These include fewer opportunities for face-to-face communication and 24/7 connectivity.


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Prior knowledge starter quiz

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6 Questions

Q1.
What is one advantage of conducting meetings over the internet via video links?
It requires expensive equipment.
It takes longer than traditional meetings.
Correct answer: It allows people to meet without being in the same location.
It cannot be recorded for future reference.
Q2.
What is the main purpose of sending an email?
to deliver a handwritten letter
to replace phone calls entirely
Correct answer: to communicate quickly and electronically
to send physical documents
Q3.
Which of the following is an example of traditional communication?
Correct answer: sending a handwritten letter
sending an email
using a video conferencing tool
using instant messaging apps
Q4.
Arrange the steps for conducting a video conference in the correct order:
1 - Schedule the meeting and send invites.
2 - Ensure that all participants have access to the meeting platform.
3 - Start the video call at the scheduled time.
4 - Share documents or screens as needed during the call.
Q5.
What is one potential downside of face-to-face meetings compared to virtual meetings?
They make it more difficult to give a presentation.
Correct answer: They require travel and can take more time.
They make it impossible to share documents.
They are less effective for group discussions.
Q6.
Why might some people prefer face-to-face meetings over virtual meetings?
Correct answer: They allow for better personal connections.
They are always cheaper than virtual meetings.
They eliminate the need for technology.
They are less time-consuming.

Assessment exit quiz

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6 Questions

Q1.
What is one key characteristic of traditional teams?
Correct answer: They operate in fixed locations with face-to-face communication.
They are primarily remote or hybrid.
They rely on digital tools for collaboration.
They focus only on IT systems.
Q2.
What is the term for a working model that combines remote and in-office working?
Correct Answer: hybrid, hybrid working
Q3.
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Correct Answer:stakeholder,a person or group with a vested interest in a business or project

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

Correct Answer:organisation,a group of people working together towards a shared purpose

a group of people working together towards a shared purpose

Correct Answer:employee burnout,stress caused by overwork or constant connectivity

stress caused by overwork or constant connectivity

Correct Answer:employee isolation,feeling disconnected due to remote or hybrid working

feeling disconnected due to remote or hybrid working

Q4.
What is one advantage of modern-day working?
increased opportunities for face-to-face communication
reduced demand on IT systems
limited working hours
Correct answer: enhanced customer service
Q5.
Which of the following is a disadvantage of modern-day working?
increased productivity
enhanced collaboration
Correct answer: employee burnout
improved IT systems
Q6.
What is one implication of hybrid or remote working?
They eliminate the need for IT systems.
They reduce the need for collaboration tools.
They guarantee improved face-to-face communication.
Correct answer: They can lead to employee isolation.