“Study this, not that!” – The Future of Work

1st Lekgotla AI webinar
Hosted by ASSAf’s Scholarly Publishing Unit.
Date: 13 March 2025

This session explores how machine learning and AI are reshaping industries, skills, and career trajectories.

Key Points:
• The essential skills and mindsets needed in an AI-driven world
• Industries and professions that will thrive with AI integration
• Sectors at risk of stagnation or decline
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PROGRAMME
00:00:00 - 00:02:50 | Opening and Welcome by Prof Igle Gledhill, ASSAf Member & Wits

00:02:54 - 00:09:23 | Introductions to the AI Makgotla series by Dr Martin Bekker

00:09:24 - 00:26:07 | Sensing purpose in an AI-driven world by Mr Werner Cloete, Calling Education

00:26:08 - 00:43:38 | Beyond skills: Cultivating practical wisdom for the AI era by Prof Cobus Oosthuizen, Boston City Campus & University of the North West (NWU)

00:43:40 - 01:01:43 | AI, the curriculum and the world of work by Prof Boitumelo Diale, Sol Plaatje University

01:01:45 - 01:17:16 | The State of AI in university teaching, learning and assessment: Are we in serious trouble? by Prof Jonathan Jansen, University of Stellenbosch (SU)

01:17:16 - 01:38:00 | Panel Discussions Chaired by Dr Martin Bekker

01:38:02 - 01:59:00 | Q&A Facilitated by Dr Martin Bekker

01:59:04 - 02:01:40 | Closing by Dr Martin Bekker
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