Lesson Plan: Global Trends in the Workplace

Introduction: - Begin the lesson by asking students about their understanding of global trends in the workplace. - Explain that global trends refer to the changes and developments that are occurring in workplaces worldwide due to factors such as technology, globalization, and cultural shifts. - Emphasize the importance of understanding these trends to succeed in the modern workplace. - Share the lesson objectives: to explore key global trends, discuss their impact, and identify strategies to adapt to them.

Lesson Outline: 1. Introduction to Global Trends (10 minutes) a. Define global trends in the workplace. b. Discuss the reasons behind the emergence of these trends. c. Share examples of global trends, such as remote work, automation, and diversity.

1. Key Global Trends (15 minutes) a. Present a brief overview of the most significant global trends in the workplace. b. Discuss each trend in detail, including its definition, impact, and examples. c. Encourage students to share their experiences or observations related to these trends.

2. Questioning Activity (15 minutes) a. Divide students into small groups. b. Provide a list of questions related to global trends in the workplace. c. Instruct each group to discuss and answer the questions. d. Afterward, facilitate a class discussion, allowing each group to share their responses.

3. Games: Global Trend Scenarios (20 minutes) a. Divide students into pairs or small groups. b. Provide each group with a set of scenario cards representing different global trends. c. Instruct students to discuss and analyze the scenarios, considering the challenges and opportunities presented. d. Encourage creativity and critical thinking during the discussion. e. Afterward, ask each group to present one scenario and their analysis to the class.

4. Video and Worksheet Activity (20 minutes) a. Share video resources related to global trends in the workplace.

   • Video 1: “The Future of Work” - [insert link]
   • Video 2: “Embracing Diversity in the Workplace” - [insert link] b. Provide worksheets with questions related to the videos. c. Instruct students to watch the videos and answer the questions individually or in pairs. d. Discuss the answers as a class, allowing students to share their insights and opinions.

Plenary: - Summarize the key points discussed throughout the lesson. - Ask students to reflect on how their understanding of global trends in the workplace has evolved. - Encourage students to identify strategies they can employ to adapt to these trends and succeed in their future careers. - Conclude the lesson by emphasizing the importance of staying informed and adaptable in a rapidly changing global workplace.

Resources: - Video 1: “The Future of Work” - [insert link] - Video 2: “Embracing Diversity in the Workplace” - [insert link] - Worksheet: Global Trends in the Workplace - [insert link]

Note: The video and worksheet resources can be customized based on the availability and relevance of specific materials.