Technology is changing fast — and it’s shaping the way we live, learn and work.

Emerging digital technologies are new and developing tools and systems that are changing how we live, work and learn. These technologies are not yet used everywhere, but they are growing quickly and will become more common in the future.

Examples include things like artificial intelligence, virtual reality, robotics and smart devices.

By learning about emerging technologies, you will discover how they work, where they are used, and how they may shape our world in years to come.

By the end of this topic, you should be able to:

• Describe what emerging digital technologies are

• Give examples of how they’re used now — and how they might be used in the future

• Explain the benefits they bring

• Understand their impact on education, work and the environment