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Emerging Trends — Syllabus

CBSE · Class 11 · Computer Science

What Emerging Trends covers in CBSE Class 11 Computer Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the CBSE Class 11 Computer Science syllabus.

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 11 Computer Science · 2026-27

Topics in Emerging Trends

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1. Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Natural Language Processing

  • Artificial Intelligence simulates human intelligence in machines so that they can behave intelligently.
  • AI imitates cognitive functions such as learning, decision-making, and problem solving.
  • A knowledge base is a store of facts, assumptions, and rules used by an AI system for decision making.
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2. Immersive Experiences: Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality

  • Immersive experiences allow people to visualise, feel, and react by stimulating the senses.
  • Virtual Reality is a three-dimensional, computer-generated situation that simulates the real world.
  • In VR, the user interacts with and explores the virtual environment.
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3. Robotics, Sensors, Drones, and Humanoids

  • Robotics is an interdisciplinary branch of technology involving mechanical engineering, electronics, and computer science.
  • Robotics is concerned with the design, fabrication, operation, and application of robots.
  • A robot is a machine capable of carrying out one or more tasks automatically with accuracy and precision.
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4. Big Data and Data Analytics

  • Around 2.5 quintillion bytes of data are created each day at current pace.
  • Big Data refers to data sets of enormous volume and complexity that cannot be processed using traditional data processing tools.
  • Big Data includes unstructured and varied data such as posts, messages, photographs, tweets, blog articles, news items, opinion polls, comments, and audio/video chats.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Emerging trends in computer science

Artificial IntelligenceImmersive experiencesRoboticsBig DataInternet of ThingsCloud ComputingGrid ComputingBlockchains

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Emerging Trends for CBSE Class 11 Computer Science?
Key topics in Emerging Trends include Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Natural Language Processing, Immersive Experiences: Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality, Robotics, Sensors, Drones, and Humanoids, Big Data and Data Analytics. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
How should I revise Emerging Trends for Class 11 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 47 practice questions on Emerging Trends. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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