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Deciphering The Skill Code.

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Title: Deciphering The Skill Code.
Authors: Hunt, Steven T.
Source: TIP: The Industrial-Organizational Psychologist; Autumn2025, Vol. 63 Issue 2, p10-14, 5p
Subject Terms: ARTIFICIAL intelligence, LABOR market, LAYPERSONS, CAREER development, KNOWLEDGE gap theory
Abstract: The article focuses on the book *The Skill Code* by Dr. Matt Beane, which examines the impact of advanced technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), on workforce dynamics and skills acquisition. It highlights the widening gap between "experts," who possess specialized skills, and "novices," who struggle to develop expertise due to the complexities introduced by technology. The author discusses the challenges novices face in learning from experts and the detrimental effects of automation on skill development. Beane proposes a shift from focusing on challenge, complexity, and connection to discovering, developing, and deploying methods that maintain these elements in novice roles to foster skill growth. The article emphasizes the need for both organizational and governmental efforts to address the skills crisis exacerbated by technological advancements. [Extracted from the article]
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Abstract:The article focuses on the book *The Skill Code* by Dr. Matt Beane, which examines the impact of advanced technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), on workforce dynamics and skills acquisition. It highlights the widening gap between "experts," who possess specialized skills, and "novices," who struggle to develop expertise due to the complexities introduced by technology. The author discusses the challenges novices face in learning from experts and the detrimental effects of automation on skill development. Beane proposes a shift from focusing on challenge, complexity, and connection to discovering, developing, and deploying methods that maintain these elements in novice roles to foster skill growth. The article emphasizes the need for both organizational and governmental efforts to address the skills crisis exacerbated by technological advancements. [Extracted from the article]
ISSN:07391110