Emerging Technologies

Question 1

Give three examples of an emerging technology

Answer 1

VLE’s, weather forecasting systems and 3D televisions

Question 2

give an advantage of VLE’s

Answer 2

Pupils can gain access to feedback and grades at any time. teachers can spend more time planning lessons

Question 3

Give a disadvantage of VLE’s

Answer 3

teachers need to be trained in the new technology and some children will not have internet connections at home

Question 4

What’s an advantage of 3D televisions

Answer 4

They allow more realistic gameplay and viewing of programmes

Question 5

Give a disadvantage of 3D televisions

Answer 5

Watching TV and playing games can lead to obesity as the are both sedentary activities

Question 6

What is an advantage of weather forecasting systems

Answer 6

Sensors are able to take readings accurately at any time and never miss a reading

Question 7

Give a disadvantage of weather forecasting systems

Answer 7

There is a worry that we rely too much on technology in our everyday lives