Emerging technologies

Discovering the technologies of the future

What are emerging technologies? Why do we call them this way? Look up the term in Wikipedia to find the answers.

Work in pairs or in teams and select one of the technologies below. Give a short 5-min presentation to the rest of the class. Follow your topic's link below to watch a video about the subject. Jot down some notes as you go along.

In your presentation:
  1. Explain briefly what the technology is about.
  2. How do you think can it change our lives in the future?
  3. What disadvantages or problems can you perceive?
Every member of the team must be involved in the presentation.

     
3D Printing

 Artificial Intelligence

 Augmented Reality
     
Biometrics

 Blockchain

 Driverless Cars
     
Drones

 Internet of Things

 Nanotechnology
     
Robotics

 Vertical Farming

 Wearable Tech
Go to Google Images to look up some interesting pictures to use in your presentation.
Go to Wikipedia to find more information.