Discuss the following statements in groups:
- Most jobs will be automated.
- Human teachers will never be replaced.
- AI robots will take over manual work.
- Social care jobs (for children, the vulnerable* and the elderly) will always need a human touch**.
*In social care, “the vulnerable” refers to people who may be at greater risk of harm, neglect, abuse, or difficulty coping without support because of factors such as age, illness, disability, mental health needs, poverty, or personal circumstances.
**In discussions about AI, “a human touch” refers to the personal qualities that humans bring to interactions, such as empathy, emotional understanding, compassion, intuition, warmth, and genuine personal connection. It is often used to describe communication or care that feels thoughtful, sensitive, and emotionally aware in ways that technology may struggle to fully replicate.
Now, complete the vocabulary activity.