Workers should proactively learn AI to avoid the risk of unemployment

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an increasingly important part of the digital economy . To avoid the risk of falling behind and unemployment, many workers are proactively learning to supplement their knowledge, skills and update new trends.

According to online learning platform Coursera, in Vietnam, on average every 4 minutes someone joins a course on AI. Currently, the total number of learners in Vietnam on this platform has exceeded 1.8 million, growing about 22% per year.

There are 5 contents with the most registrations in Vietnam, including: Google - Basic artificial intelligence; artificial intelligence for everyone; introduction to artificial intelligence - IBM; scripting techniques for ChatGPT; Google cloud infrastructure.

When it comes to AI training courses, many workers expect AI courses to focus on applying AI in real-world work environments. Workers want to learn how to use AI tools and software, and improve their ability to analyze and visualize data. This shows that workers not only want to learn theory, but also want to have the opportunity to practice and improve their ability to apply AI directly to their work.

To improve the quality of learning about AI and encourage workers to learn about AI, Ms. Nguyen Thi Lan Huong - former Director of the Institute of Labor Science and Social Affairs said that there are 4 contents to note.

First, it is necessary to strengthen training and foster digital skills and soft skills for workers, along with fostering soft skills such as critical thinking, communication and cooperation, etc.

Reforming the education and vocational training system. Training institutions from secondary to university levels need to develop practical curricula, integrating AI and digital technologies into the curriculum. Vocational training programs should include practical content, improving working skills on digital platforms and automation...

Encourage lifelong learning. The government and businesses need to develop mechanisms to support workers in participating in additional training courses and continuously improve their skills. Human resource development funds, internal training programs of businesses and policies to encourage workers to learn on their own will help build a flexible workforce that is ready to adapt to AI.

Create a work environment that encourages innovation and AI application. In addition to investing in digital infrastructure and equipment, businesses need to build a culture that encourages employees to experiment, share experiences and initiatives to apply AI...

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