Emerging Technologies in Education

We are in an exciting time in the world of education. Education is a process where teachers give systematic instructions while students receive them. It is the foundation for a thriving society, and knowledge transfer has been a top priority for civilizations since the beginning. Education is no longer the privilege of the few. It is a major determining factor for an individual’s success in life. Education plays a pivotal role in the economic growth of any nation. Education is changing as the world is changing rapidly due to the emergence of innovative technologies. It is rapidly evolving in response to the changes in the society. Traditional education methods are disappearing and are becoming increasingly digitized. Technology has a significant impact on education and society. Emerging technologies have revolutionized the learning and teaching process in the last decade. Technologies have changed the way we live, shop, work, play, eat, connect, meet people, and socialize. They are making learning and teaching easier than ever before. Such emerging technologies in education include artificial intelligence, robotics, 3D printing, social media, gamification, the Internet of things, cloud computing, and big data. This book examines those emerging technologies and their applications in education. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn about trends in education.