Future jobs

Future Jobs

1. Vocabulary: Match the job with the description (drag-and-drop style)

Instructions: Match each future job title with the correct description.

Jobs:

· AI Ethicist

Drone TrafficController

· Vertical Farmer

· Space Tour Guide

· Climate Engineer

Descriptions:
A. Works to make sure artificial intelligence systems behave ethically.
B. Manages and controls the movement of drones in urban airspaces.
C. Grows food in tall indoor farms using advanced technology.
D. Guides tourists during trips to space, explaining key sights and safety rules.
E. Designs and implements systems to reduce climate change effects.

➡️ Answers:

· AI Ethicist → A

· Drone Traffic Controller → B

· Vertical Farmer → C

· Space Tour Guide → D

· Climate Engineer → E

2. Grammar: Complete the sentences using will / might / going to + verb

Instructions: Fill in the blanks with the correct future form: will, might, or going to.

1. In the future, people ______ work from space stations.

2. I think robots ______ replace some human jobs.

3. Scientists ______ develop new technologies to fight climate change.

4. She ______ become a virtual reality designer—she’s already studying for it.

5. Some old jobs ______ disappear completely.

➡️ Answers:

1. might

2. will

3. will

4. is going to

5. might

3. Reading Comprehension + True or False

Text:
In the future, many jobs will be different from today. Technology is changing the workplace. For example, we might see more people working as digital detox therapists—helping others take breaks from screens and social media. Other future jobs may include robot trainers and climate restoration specialists. Education will also adapt, with virtual teachers becoming more common.

True or False Questions:

1. In the future, all jobs will stay the same.

2. A digital detox therapist helps people avoid too much screen time.

3. Robot trainers will work with animals.

4. Climate restoration specialists will work to improve the environment.

5. Virtual teachers may become less common.

➡️ Answers:

1. False

2. True

3. False

4. True

5. False

Optional Extension (Speaking/Writing Prompt):

Prompt: "What job do you think will exist in the future that doesn’t exist now? Describe it and explain why it will be important."

Introduction (Accordion 1)

Title: How is work changing in the 21st century?

Text:
The job market is always changing. In the past, people worked in factories, on farms, or in offices. Today, we have graphic designers, software developers, and social media managers. But what about tomorrow?
Will there still be doctors and teachers? Or will robots and AI take over?

💭 Think-Pair-Share:

• What job do you want in the future?

• Do you think it will still exist in 20 years?

📷 Image Suggestion:
Side-by-side image of a factory worker (past) and a drone operator (future).

🔹 Accordion 2: Vocabulary Sorting — Actual Jobs vs. Future Jobs

Task: Drag the job titles into the correct column.

🎯 Follow-up: Which future job sounds the most interesting to you?

🟦 🔹 Accordion 3: Grammar Focus — Future Tenses

Title: Will, Going to, or Might?

Instructions: Choose the correct form.

1. In the future, robots ___ replace many manual jobs. (will / might / going to)

2. I think I ___ become a virtual assistant. (am going to / will / might)

3. Scientists ___ develop ways to clean the air. (might / went / goes)

4. People ___ not need to work in shops anymore. (will / are going / might)

5. I’m sure I ___ have a job that doesn’t exist yet! (might / will / am going to)

✅ Answers: 1. might 2. am going to 3. might 4. will 5. will

🔹 Accordion 4: Reading – “Jobs of Tomorrow” (with True/False)

Short Text:
By 2040, many jobs we know today may be automated. Cashiers, for example, might be replaced by self-service machines. However, new careers like AI health advisors and space tourism guides could become common. Adaptability and digital skills will be essential for tomorrow’s workers.

True or False?

1. All current jobs will disappear. ❌

2. Self-service machines may replace some workers. ✅

3. AI could be used in health care. ✅

4. Space travel will only be for scientists. ❌

5. New skills will be necessary for future jobs. ✅

🔹 Accordion 5: Explore More (Interactive Links)

🧠 Watch:

🟦 🔹 Accordion 6: Speaking/Writing Task

Prompt:
"Compare an actual job and a future job. How are they similar or different? Which one would you prefer and why?"

Example:
A nurse cares for patients in hospitals. A health tech coach may support patients online using smart devices. Both help people, but in different ways.

🟦 🔹 Conclusion

Recap Points:

• Some jobs will change, some will disappear, and new ones will appear.

• Digital, creative, and emotional intelligence skills will matter more than ever.

• We must stay adaptable and keep learning.

Exit Ticket:
_"One skill I will need for my future job is: ______."