'Emotional education' to counter AI-driven job uncertainty

Four out of five parents in China with mid-to-high net worth are worried that artificial intelligence may affect their children's future job prospects, while 20 percent admit they have no idea how to prepare for the changes, a survey found.

Published by the Shanghai-based Fudan International School of Finance in April, the survey results confirm a public perception that AI is significantly reshaping the future job landscape. This has raised parents' anxiety about their children's education, and selecting the right career paths.

Despite these concerns, no one has yet clearly articulated what new skills and qualities young people will need to thrive in an AI-driven future. However, there is a growing consensus in teaching and academic circles about the value of "emotional education".