A Study of Career Education for the Information Society 20 Years from Now

A Survey on Changes in Time for Everyday Activities and in Importance of Career Competencies

Abstract

　The following survey was used in this study to examine the future of career education. A total of 32 researchers in the information field were asked about “changes in time” for “work，family，community，leisure，and study” and “the importance of career competencies” in the information society 20 years from now. Results indicated that time allocated to “work” is expected to decrease，whereas time spent on “study” and “leisure” will notably increase. These findings suggest a need for career education that enriches both “leisure” and “study” throughout life. Furthermore，the importance of “relationship-building and social integration” and “problem-solving skills” is expected to rise，highlighting the necessity of prioritizing the development of these competencies.