Prüfling A

Megatrends, i.e. powerful, transformative forces that impact different spheres of life, are the topic of a school project. Comment on the material. ^{Adapted from: https://www.zukunftsinstitut.de/dossier/megatrends/#12-megatrends
[accessed: 27 August 2021]} Together with your partner(s), discuss how being aware of such megatrends can influence decision-making. Agree an how to cover one of these or other megatrends in the project.

Prüfling B

Megatrends, i.e. powerful, transformative forces that impact different spheres of life, are the topic of a school project. Comment on the material. ^{Adapted from: https://www.zukunftsinstitut.de/dossier/megatrends/#12-megatrends
[accessed: 27 August 2021]} Together with your partner(s), discuss how being aware of such megatrends can influence decision-making. Agree an how to cover one of these or other megatrends in the project.

Prüfling C

Megatrends, i.e. powerful, transformative forces that impact different spheres of life, are the topic of a school project. Comment on the material. ^{Adapted from: https://www.zukunftsinstitut.de/dossier/megatrends/#12-megatrends
[accessed: 27 August 2021]} Together with your partner(s), discuss how being aware of such megatrends can influence decision-making. Agree an how to cover one of these or other megatrends in the project.

Note:
Please note that these solutions are only suggestions. There are various possibilities for argumentation. Prüfungsteilnehmer A

• The material presents two megatrends: growing mobility and increased security.
• Mobility highlights rising demand for movement and the availability of new transport options (e.g., e-vehicles, shared mobility).
• Security suggests that despite global risks, statistical data shows we are living in one of the safest eras in history.
• Both trends reflect major societal shifts: people travel more while relying on technology and institutions for protection.
• The icons simplify complex ideas, making the concepts intuitive and accessible for a school project.

Prüfungsteilnehmer B

• Gender Shift refers to changing attitudes towards gender roles, equality, and stereotypes.
• This suggests increasing social acceptance of diverse identities and new family/work structures.
• Silver Society indicates that people live longer and stay active well after retirement due to better healthcare.
• The material shows that demographic and social changes redefine how society functions.
• Both trends highlight evolving expectations in workplaces, families, and social participation.

Prüfungsteilnehmer C

• New Work describes how the job market is transforming due to digitalisation, remote work, and automation.
• It implies that future workers will require flexibility, creativity, and digital skills.
• Individualisation emphasises personal freedom and self-determined lifestyles.
• People are less bound by traditional norms and have more choices in careers, values, and lifestyles.
• These trends show how deeply technological and cultural shifts shape everyday life.

Alle Prüfungsteilnehmer awareness of megatrends can influence decision-making

• Helps individuals make informed career choices aligned with future demands (e.g., digital skills for New Work).
• Guides governments and companies in planning infrastructure, education, and social systems.
• Encourages responsible innovation—e.g., balancing mobility growth with sustainability and safety.
• Allows families to prepare for demographic changes, e.g., supporting active senior lifestyles.
• Promotes social inclusion by understanding shifts in gender roles and identities.
• Encourages lifelong learning because skills need continual updating.

Agree on how to cover a megatrend in the project (example)

• We decide to focus on the megatrend New Work because it directly affects young people’s future careers.
• Format: Create a short video presentation showing how work is changing.
• Content:
  • Explain causes: digitalisation, automation, globalisation.
  • Show real examples: remote work, co-working spaces, AI tools.
  • Interview students or professionals about future skill needs.
  • Discuss risks: job insecurity, inequality, mental health.
  • Present solutions: lifelong learning, digital education, flexible working models.
• Goal: Raise awareness and help students understand how to prepare for future careers.