Should machines replace humans at work? - Final task 1

Situation. You are employees of a company that produces and sells high-tech machines. The CEO has proposed to replace 30% of the staff with robots to increase productivity and reduce costs. A special staff meeting is organised to discuss the consequences.

Four people have been chosen to speak during the meeting:

• two support the automation plan;
  
• two are against it and defend human jobs.

Mission. Each group of 4 students prepares for a simulated company debate. Each student takes on one of the following roles:

✅ FOR automation

• A human resources director – supports the plan to save money.
  
• A young engineer – supports innovation and future technologies.
  

❌ AGAINST automation

• An employee who lost his job – opposes the plan, was recently fired.
  
• Customer service manager – believes clients prefer human contact.
  

Instructions.

• Take part in the debate.
  
• Express your opinion: give 2–3 arguments.
  
• React to other opinions.

Try to convince the others!