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O*NET 25-1069.00: Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other15 common activities

All postsecondary social sciences teachers not listed separately.

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Where AI fits in this job

AI-ready 28%AI-assist 55%Stays human 18%

Share of the job's common activities across related occupations, weighted by how important and how frequent each task is (O*NET ratings). 4 AI-ready, 8 AI-assist and 3 human-led tasks out of 15. This measures where AI can help, not whether the job will disappear.

Shape of the job: importance of each kind of work activity (O*NET, 1 to 5).

🗓 Start here on Monday

The most frequent, most important tasks where AI can help right away.

  1. Guide class discussions.Train & teach · Weekly
  2. Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization.Stay sharp · Weekly
  3. Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.Stay sharp · Weekly

💪 Lean into these

Core tasks that stay human. These skills get more valuable as the routine work gets automated.

  1. Supervise student research or internship work.Lead people · Weekly
  2. Advise students on academic or career matters.Be there for people · Monthly
  3. Serve on institutional or departmental committees.Lead people · Monthly

🔒 Many of these tasks involve people's information. Remove names and identifying details before using AI, or use only a tool your employer has approved.

AI can draft these 4

AI produces a usable first pass. You review it, fix it and own it.

Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization.

WeeklyIn 23 related jobs

AI is a patient tutor for new rules and techniques.

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AI is a patient personal tutor. It explains new rules, techniques and technology at your level, quizzes you and builds a study plan.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a social sciences teacher (postsecondary). Part of my job is to stay informed about current developments in field of specialization.

Context: The work draws on economics and accounting, education and training and law and government.
Specialty: [penetration testing, other field]
What to cover: [tools, methods, trends]

Summarize recent developments, sources to follow and a practice exercise. Use examples from my line of work, quiz me with 5 questions one at a time, and list trustworthy sources.

10-minute exercise: Specialist update

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you stay informed about current developments in field of specialization (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Specialty] and [What to cover] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check one claim against an official or professional source.

AI's knowledge has a cutoff date. For new regulations and standards, always confirm against the official source.

Importance 4.3/5 · O*NET work activity: Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization..

Develop instructional materials.

WeeklyIn 23 related jobs

AI turns complex material into plain-language handouts.

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AI is great at turning complicated material into plain-language guides, handouts, FAQs and how-tos for a specific audience. You check it's accurate.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a social sciences teacher (postsecondary). Part of my job is to develop instructional materials.

Context: The work draws on economics and accounting, education and training and law and government.
Course: [subject, level]
Need: [syllabus, assignment, handout]

Draft the material with clear objectives and grading criteria. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

10-minute exercise: Course materials

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you develop instructional materials (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Course] and [Need] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every answer is right for your workplace before you share it.

Rules, prices and policies change. Make sure AI is working from your current official version.

Importance 4.3/5 · O*NET work activity: Develop instructional materials..

Research topics in area of expertise.

MonthlyIn 23 related jobs

AI is a patient tutor for new rules and techniques.

Show prompt & steps

AI is a patient personal tutor. It explains new rules, techniques and technology at your level, quizzes you and builds a study plan.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a social sciences teacher (postsecondary). Part of my job is to research topics in area of expertise.

Context: The work draws on economics and accounting, education and training and law and government.
Topic: [research area]
Purpose: [paper, grant, teaching]

Give me an overview, open questions, key authors to look up and possible study ideas. I'll verify every reference.

10-minute exercise: Research topic primer

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you research topics.
Step 2Fill in [Topic] and [Purpose] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check one claim against an official or professional source.

AI's knowledge has a cutoff date. For new regulations and standards, always confirm against the official source.

Importance 4.0/5 · O*NET work activity: Research topics in area of expertise..

Develop instructional objectives.

MonthlyIn 23 related jobs

AI drafts lesson plans, quizzes and practice scenarios.

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AI can draft lesson plans, training outlines, quizzes and practice scenarios in minutes. You shape them around your learners and your standards.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a social sciences teacher (postsecondary). Part of my job is to develop instructional objectives.

Context: We use Learning management system LMS and Blackboard Learn; the work draws on economics and accounting, education and training and law and government.
Course or unit: [subject, level]
What learners should be able to do: [rough goals]

Write measurable learning objectives using clear verbs, and an assessment idea for each. Include timings, a realistic practice scenario from my work, and a short check for understanding with answers.

10-minute exercise: Write learning objectives

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you develop instructional objectives.
Step 2Fill in [Course or unit] and your rough goals in [What learners should be able to do].
Step 3Share them with learners at the start of the unit.

Check that every procedure in the material matches your workplace's actual standards.

Importance 4.2/5 · O*NET work activity: Develop instructional objectives..

AI can help you prep these 8

AI speeds up the prep, drafting or thinking. The core of the task is still yours.

Guide class discussions.

WeeklyIn 23 related jobs

AI preps the materials; reading the room is you.

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AI preps the materials: lesson outlines, quizzes, examples, practice scenarios. Reading the room and coaching people is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a social sciences teacher (postsecondary). Part of my job is to guide class discussions.

Context: We use Learning management system LMS and Blackboard Learn; the work draws on economics and accounting, education and training and law and government.
Topic or reading: [describe]
Class: [level, size]

Write an opening question, follow-ups that go deeper, ways to bring in quiet students, and a wrap-up.

10-minute exercise: Discussion plan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you guide class discussions (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Topic or reading] and [Class] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Note which question sparked the best discussion.

Check that every procedure in the material matches your workplace's actual standards.

Importance 4.2/5 · O*NET work activity: Guide class discussions..

Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.

WeeklyIn 23 related jobs

AI explains and quizzes you; confirm against official sources.

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AI can explain new developments and quiz you. Confirm what you learn against official sources.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a social sciences teacher (postsecondary). Part of my job is to attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.

Context: The work draws on economics and accounting, education and training and law and government.
Event: [training, conference, professional meeting]
What I want from it: [skills, contacts, answers]

Prepare a primer on the main topics, 5 questions to ask, and a one-page template for notes and actions.

10-minute exercise: Make a meeting or training count

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you attend training sessions or professional meetings (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Event] and [What I want from it] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Turn one action into something you do the following week.

AI's knowledge has a cutoff date. For new regulations and standards, always confirm against the official source.

Importance 4.3/5 · O*NET work activity: Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge..

Evaluate student work.

WeeklyIn 23 related jobs

AI preps the materials; reading the room is you.

Show prompt & steps

AI preps the materials: lesson outlines, quizzes, examples, practice scenarios. Reading the room and coaching people is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a social sciences teacher (postsecondary). Part of my job is to evaluate student work.

Context: We use Learning management system LMS and Blackboard Learn; the work draws on economics and accounting, education and training and law and government.
Assignment: [paste the prompt and rubric]
Sample work: [paste one anonymized submission]

Apply the rubric to the sample with reasons for each score and draft feedback. Then suggest a comment bank for common issues.

10-minute exercise: Grade faster and fairer

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you evaluate student work (this week). Leave out names and identifying details.
Step 2Paste the [Assignment] rubric and one anonymized piece into [Sample work].
Step 3Compare its scores with yours. Keep the comment bank, keep the grading yours.

Check that every procedure in the material matches your workplace's actual standards.

Importance 4.3/5 · O*NET work activity: Evaluate student work..

Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.

WeeklyIn 23 related jobs

AI preps the materials; reading the room is you.

Show prompt & steps

AI preps the materials: lesson outlines, quizzes, examples, practice scenarios. Reading the room and coaching people is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a social sciences teacher (postsecondary). Part of my job is to administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.

Context: We use Learning management system LMS and Blackboard Learn; the work draws on economics and accounting, education and training and law and government.
Course and unit: [subject, level]
Outcomes to test: [what learners should know or do]

Draft a short assessment: mixed question types, an answer key, a marking rubric, and how results map to outcomes.

10-minute exercise: Assessment design

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you administer tests (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Course and unit] and [Outcomes to test] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every answer in the key and cut any question you wouldn't ask.

Check that every procedure in the material matches your workplace's actual standards.

Importance 4.2/5 · O*NET work activity: Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress..

Prepare tests.

WeeklyIn 23 related jobs

AI preps the materials; reading the room is you.

Show prompt & steps

AI preps the materials: lesson outlines, quizzes, examples, practice scenarios. Reading the room and coaching people is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a social sciences teacher (postsecondary). Part of my job is to prepare tests.

Context: We use Learning management system LMS and Blackboard Learn; the work draws on economics and accounting, education and training and law and government.
Subject and topics: [list]
Format: [multiple choice, short answer, essay, length]

Write the test with an answer key and difficulty mix, and flag questions that might be ambiguous.

10-minute exercise: Write a test

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you prepare tests (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Subject and topics] and [Format] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Take the test yourself first and fix anything ambiguous.

Check that every procedure in the material matches your workplace's actual standards.

Importance 4.2/5 · O*NET work activity: Prepare tests..

Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise.

WeeklyIn 23 related jobs

AI generates options and references; taste and the final call are yours.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to generate lots of options, references and rough mock-ups fast. The craft, the taste and the final call are what make it yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a social sciences teacher (postsecondary). Part of my job is to write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise.

Context: The work draws on economics and accounting, education and training and law and government.
Topic: [my area of expertise]
Publication and readers: [trade journal, newspaper, brochure]

Give me 10 angles, then outline the best 2 with headings and key points. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

10-minute exercise: Article or book idea

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you write articles and books or other original materials (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Topic] and [Publication and readers] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Write the piece in your own voice and verify every fact.

Check the usage rules for AI images and text in your field, and make sure the final work is original.

Importance 4.1/5 · O*NET work activity: Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise..

Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs.

MonthlyIn 23 related jobs

AI does the arithmetic and suggests what to look at; the conclusions are yours.

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AI can do the arithmetic, build the spreadsheet formula and suggest what to look at. Deciding what the numbers mean for your situation is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a social sciences teacher (postsecondary). Part of my job is to evaluate effectiveness of educational programs.

Context: We use SAS and IBM SPSS Statistics; the work draws on economics and accounting, education and training and law and government.
Course: [subject, level]
Evidence: [paste grades, evaluations, completion rates, feedback]

Identify topics students struggle with, what's working, and 3 concrete revisions to content or methods. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

10-minute exercise: Course or curriculum review

Step 1Gather last term's results and feedback for one course.
Step 2Fill in [Course] and [Evidence] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Make one revision before next term and note how you'll measure it.

AI makes arithmetic mistakes. Recompute anything that matters with a spreadsheet formula.

Importance 4.2/5 · O*NET work activity: Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs..

Order instructional or library materials or equipment.

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AI preps the paperwork; approving and paying stay with you.

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AI can prep the paperwork, extract details from documents and make checklists. Approving, paying and verifying stay with you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a social sciences teacher (postsecondary). Part of my job is to order instructional or library materials or equipment.

Context: We use Sage 50 Accounting and Microsoft Excel.
Materials: [books, equipment]
Budget and rules: [describe]

Organize an order list and justification. Point out anything missing or inconsistent and suggest a template I can reuse.

10-minute exercise: Ordering instructional materials

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you order instructional or library materials or equipment.
Step 2Fill in [Materials] and [Budget and rules] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Save the template and use it on the next one. Time both.

Personal, financial and health data shouldn't go into AI tools unless your employer has approved one for it.

Importance 3.6/5 · O*NET work activity: Order instructional or library materials or equipment..

These stay human 3

They need your hands, your presence or your accountable judgment. Lean into them: they get more valuable as routine work is automated.

Supervise student research or internship work.

WeeklyIn 23 related jobs

Leading people runs on trust. AI can prep the paperwork around it.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can prep the paperwork around leading: meeting agendas, feedback drafts, rotas, briefings and difficult-conversation rehearsals.

Prep prompt

I work as a social sciences teacher (postsecondary). Part of my job is to supervise student research or internship work.

Context: The work draws on economics and accounting, education and training and law and government.
Students: [level]
Project: [describe]

Plan milestones, meeting questions and feedback approach. Give me the key message in 2 sentences, how people might react, and how to respond to each.

10-minute exercise: Supervising student research

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you supervise student research or internship work (this week). Leave out names and identifying details.
Step 2Fill in [Students] and [Project] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Afterward, note one thing people responded to and one thing you'd change.

Importance 4.0/5 · O*NET work activity: Supervise student research or internship work..

Advise students on academic or career matters.

MonthlyIn 23 related jobs

Human connection. Use AI only before and after, to prepare.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: Use AI before and after, not during. Prepare talking points, practise a hard conversation, or turn your notes into a follow-up.

Prep prompt

I work as a social sciences teacher (postsecondary). Part of my job is to advise students on academic or career matters.

Context: The work draws on economics and accounting, education and training and law and government.
Who: [student, mentee; no names]
Topic: [courses, career, research]

Prepare questions to understand their goals, options to discuss, and next steps. Then play the student.

10-minute exercise: Advising session

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you advise students. Leave out names and identifying details.
Step 2Fill in [Who] and [Topic] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3End with one concrete next step they own.

Importance 3.6/5 · O*NET work activity: Advise students on academic or career matters..

Serve on institutional or departmental committees.

MonthlyIn 23 related jobs

Leading people runs on trust. AI can prep the paperwork around it.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can prep the paperwork around leading: meeting agendas, feedback drafts, rotas, briefings and difficult-conversation rehearsals.

Prep prompt

I work as a social sciences teacher (postsecondary). Part of my job is to serve on institutional or departmental committees.

Context: The work draws on economics and accounting, education and training and law and government.
Committee: [board, department, governing body]
Agenda item: [describe]
My view: [what I'll argue for]

Prepare my position in 2 sentences, the strongest counter-arguments, questions to ask, and what I'll vote or decide based on.

10-minute exercise: Committee meeting prep

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you serve on institutional or departmental committees.
Step 2Fill in [Committee], [Agenda item] and [My view] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Read the papers yourself before the meeting.

Importance 3.5/5 · O*NET work activity: Serve on institutional or departmental committees..

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