Course summary
Join us as we chat with Jan Owen, co-founder of AdaptabilityQ, about how AI and technology is changing and shaping the future of young people.
Video transcript
Hi, I'm Jan Owen and I'm the co-founder of AdaptabilityQ, or the Adaptability Quotient and I'm here to talk about the future of work and education, and how its going to change our lives and futures every day, in every way. It's going to be fun!
You will learn:
- how AI is changing the way we work
- how to effectively support students in an AI driven future
- what factors are shaping the future careers of young people.
Course time:
This course is expected to take between 30 to 45 minutes. Perfect for after work or during a spare period. You will have ongoing access via your user dashboard.
Accreditation:
This course is mapped to the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.
- 6.2 Engage in professional learning and improve practice: Participate in learning to update knowledge and practice, targeted to professional needs and school and/or system priorities.
- 7.4 Engage with professional teaching networks and broader communities: Participate in professional and community networks and forums to broaden knowledge and improve practice.
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Cool Conversations: AI and the future of work with Jan Owen
Course writer
Jan Owen AM is a trailblazer in reimagining the future workforce for young Australians. As former CEO of the Foundation for Young Australians (FYA), she led groundbreaking initiatives like the New Work Order research series, which explored how automation, digitisation, and the gig economy are reshaping employment. Under her leadership, FYA launched YLab, a global youth futures lab co-designing solutions with young people. Jan has also played key roles in reforming education and accreditation through Learning Creates Australia and in strategic advisory through AdaptabilityQ. A lifelong advocate for youth, Jan founded the CREATE Foundation and led Social Ventures Australia. Her work sits at the intersection of social innovation, entrepreneurship, and education. Named the inaugural AFR/Westpac Woman of Influence and appointed a Member of the Order of Australia, Jan is committed to ensuring young people are equipped to thrive in a rapidly changing world. She is the author of The Future Chasers and a respected global speaker.
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How long will this take to complete?
This course is expected to take between 30 to 45 minutes. Perfect for after work or during a spare period. You will have ongoing access via your user dashboard.
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Is this course accredited?
All of our courses are mapped to the Australian Professional Teacher Standards (AITSL), and your completion can be logged as relevant, teacher-identified professional development activity with all Australian state teaching regulatory authorities. To do this, grab your certificate of completion from your personal dashboard once the course is complete.
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