Next 20: The future of work
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Experts from many international, regional and national agencies generously share their views, experiences and findings on skills, helping policy-makers among other stakeholders to understand the linkages between education, training and the world of work, and how to integrate skills into national development planning to promote employment and economic growth.
Anticipating and matching skills needs
Anticipating and building skills for the future is essential to a rapidly changing labour market. This applies to changes in the types and levels of skills needed as well as in occupational and technical areas. Effective methods to anticipate future skills needs and avoid potential mismatches include: sustained dialogue between employers and trainers, coordination across government institutions, labour market information systems, employment services and performance reviews of training institutions.
Research papers
Working papers, reports, and other publications from international organizations, academic institutions and bilateral agencies. Research findings to stimulate informed debate on skills, employment and productivity issues.
This publication includes a collection of contributions from 12 international experts from the academic or institutional world who share their reflections on the possible evolution and transformation that will affect the world of work over the next 20 years. For contributions from the ILO's Senior Skills and Employability Specialist Olga Strietska-Ilina, see chapter entitled 'Skills for jobs of tomorrow'.