Forecasting the Future of HR
When it comes to human resources (HR) topics, there are many speculations about what the future holds. Let’s explore some of these topics and make educated guesses about what may happen. Use phrases like “I think that’s exactly right” and “I wouldn’t go that far/ I’d go further. I’d say that…” to express your level of certainty or doubt. Take turns discussing different predictions with your peers.
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could possibly is likely to is unlikely to may may well might might well probably won’t will (definitely) will almost certainly will almost certainly not will probably (definitely) won’t
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Share a prediction you agreed on and see if other groups agree.
Ask about anything you don’t understand, working together to make related speculations. Then discuss telework as a class.
