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Future of work [videorecording (DVD)].

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PBS Distribution, 2021.

DVD 331.0973 F996 Doc

Work -- Forecasting.

Labor market -- United States.

[videorecording (DVD)].

1 videodisc (165 min.) : 5.1 Dolby digital sd., col. ; 12 cm.

English (SDH) subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing.

The new industrial revolution / written, produced, and directed by Graham Townsley -- Futureproof / written & directed by Llewellyn M. Smith -- Changing work, changing workers / written, produced, and directed by Laurens Grant.

Llewellyn M. Smith, Laurens Grant, authors ; Llewellyn M. Smith, Laurens Grant, director ; Denise Dilanni, Graham Townsley, Kelly Thompson, Laurens Grant, producer ; Salme Lopez Sabina, production director.

Narrated by Nkeki Obi-melekwe.

"Explore monumental changes in the workplace and the long-term impact on workers, employers, educators and communities. Employment is part of the American Dream. Will the future provide opportunities for jobs that sustain families and the nation? Episode 1: What is Changing Work? This episode illuminates disruptions to the world of work -- AI, robotics, globalization and labor practices. The COVID-19 pandemic was a new driver of change; at the pandemic's height, unemployment flipped from its lowest rate in 50 years to its highest level in a century. Episode 2: Futureproof How can we predict job growth, training needs and the role of education in order to prepare for the work of the future? What are the challenges and consequences of the pandemic, and of America's racial and economic disparities?Episode 3: How is Work Changing Us? Do businesses need offices? Is a 9-to-5 workday valid? Does the nation need a drastic rethinking of the social safety nets? Does America face a 'post-work' era, or will there be increased inequities in how we make our livings?"--Container.

Documentary television programs.

Films for the hearing impaired.

Smith, Llewellyn.

Obi-Melekwe, Nkeki.

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