Preparing students for the workforce in 2025 and beyond: Analytical and critical thinking skills

As we look toward 2025 and beyond, the skills students need to thrive in the workforce are evolving rapidly. In this video, we explore how educators can effectively teach and assess analytical and critical thinking—key competencies for navigating a world shaped by automation and complex problem-solving. Discover practical, AI-resilient assessment strategies that challenge students to think deeply, analyse ethically, and engage with real-world scenarios. Whether you're teaching in-person or online, this video offers actionable insights to help you prepare students for the dynamic challenges of the future.
This is part one of a five-part series on the top skills for the future—skills that teachers and educators can actively cultivate in their classrooms or online spaces.

Please drop your number one takeaway or any questions in the comments below.

Thanks for watching, and stay awesome!

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0:36 Understanding Analytical & Critical Thinking
1:18 Defining Analytical Thinking Skills
1:38 Defining Critical Thinking Skills
2:04 Why These Skills Matter in Modern Workplaces
2:32 Assessment Strategy 1: Open-Ended Scenario Analysis
3:42 Assessment Strategy 2: Debate-Driven Research
4:49 Assessment Strategy 3: Ethical Dilem