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Kids need soft skills in the age of AI, but what does this mean for schools?
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As generative AI threatens white-collar jobs, schools are rethinking what skills students need. Unlike prior automation, AI can simulate coding, writing, and data analysis, making soft skills like emotional awareness, problem-solving, and interpersonal ability increasingly valuable. Teachers can build these through reflective exercises and real-world problem-solving. Experts also warn against letting AI shortcut learning, since effort is essential to building skills.