Jawahar Kotturu on Education in Industry 4.0
By Jawahar Kotturu Why are we educating the millennials? What defines the gig economy? Is the current approach to education or what is being imparted relevant for the Gig Economy? The most plausible outcome expected of education is Employment and or self-employment. It is observed that there is a wide gap in the learning that is imparted and what is required to be employed and remain employed in the Gig Economy. Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data, Automation, Technology, collaboration between humans & technology for overall efficiency, are the elements that define the current, as well as the emerging gig economy. Currently, we are experiencing a marked transformation in the way technologies have changed the way businesses operate. Additionally, we are also witnessing the emerging importance of competencies such as, critical & disruptive thinking, testing & adopting innovations, etc., to stay employed and remain as a relevant workforce. Is