ROBOT WILL TAKE YOUR JOB:

INNOVATION FOR AN ERA OF ARTIFICIAL

INTELLIGENCE

Presented to- Presented by-

Prof. Harish Kumar Chanchal Agarwal
PHD2102
 INTRODUCTION

• With, the advent to industry 4.0 there is a focus on the innovative application of advanced robotics and
artificial intelligence to bring about digital transformation in businesses.
• Apart from this human factors are also needed to not only ensure that workers can effectively and
confidently use the new technologies but also that they survive and thrive in a quickly changing
workplace.

Problem:
• While robotics such as collaborative robots (cobots) can assist workers and improve their safety and
productivity, if the skill transition is not effectively managed, many fear that robots will take away
their jobs.
• To negotiate the challenges of work in the future characterized by increased automation, advanced
robotics, artificial intelligence, rapid change and industry transformation, argue that the next
generation of workers need to be well equipped with not only deep knowledge but various skills in
problem solving, critical thinking, communication and teamwork, as well as innovation and enterprise.
 INTRODUCTION

Solution
Experiential learning is an important pedagogical tool in driving innovation i.e. work
integrated learning (WIL)
Research gap:
• While previous research has examined the employability context, such research has not
included a focus on innovation.
• Furthermore, there has been limited longitudinal studies that have measured skill levels at
different points of the educational process to gauge the development or change in skills.
Purpose of the study:
• Purpose of the study is to provide empirical evidence for the impact of drivers of
innovation through work integrated learning, by quantitatively measuring pre and post
placement scores on skills through student self-reflection.
 RESEARCH QUESTIONS

RQ: ‘What are the key factors influencing the development of innovation in students
through WIL?’
LITERATURE REVIEW & HYPOTHESIS DEVELOPMENT

DRIVERS OF
INNOVATION

Problem Solving Critical Thinking Communication Team Work

Hypothesis 1: Hypothesis 2: Hypothesis 3: Hypothesis 4:

Problem solving Critical thinking Communication Teamwork positively
positively influences positively influences positively influences
innovation influences innovation
innovation innovation
 RESEARCH METHOD
• Research Design, Procedure, and Participants
 Method for data  Questionnaire using 11- point Likert scales
collection

 Criteria  Undergraduate students enrolled in the WIL program at a mid-sized university in Australia
 Sample size  111 students

 Participants  The program under investigation provides placements of 12–20 weeks (full-time equivalent).
Selection
 The nature of placements in this program involves project-based-learning in collaboration with industry,
whereby students complete a project of value and negotiated with an industry partner.

 Method for data  Data analysis was conducted using the software packages SPSS and AMOS, employing confirmatory
analysis factor analysis.
 First, data was screened using checks for normality.
 Second, constructs were assessed for reliability and validity.
 Third, confirmatory factor analysis and hypothesis testing was undertaken to evaluate the significance of
each factor.
RESEARCH METHOD
 RESULTS

• The Cronbach's alpha reliability value >

0.75
• Factor loadings > 0.70
• Extracted (AVE) values > 0.50
RESULTS
RESULTS
 IMPLICATIONS

• Findings of the study are important in:

(1) Offering feedback on career literacy, self-awareness and empowerment for their
development to students on the development of innovation;
(2) Enhancing WIL program development by uncovering areas of skill deficiency which
can then be used to inform corrective action in subsequent WIL preparation
programs and offer further support to students; and
(3) Informing industry engagement efforts to WIL hosts through evidence-based
communication on the capabilities
(4) Evaluating skill levels in WIL students helps educators in determining areas of skill
deficiency.
 LIMITATIONS AND FUTURE RESEARCH

• Future research can include a focus on the impact on artificial intelligence within the
framework, experimenting with artificial intelligence (AI) versus humans.
• Results from the tool can be used to compare various engineering cohorts to determine
whether certain programs have strengths or weaknesses that should be addressed.
 CONCLUSION

• The well researched and well-developed tool to measure the development of

innovation provided by this study can be applied to enhance collaboration and
innovation between university and industry.
• In an era increasingly characterized by artificial intelligence, rather than fearing the
robot, attention is needed on equipping the workforce with innovation skills needed
for the future of work.