This document discusses the challenges and opportunities of connected and collaborative learning. It notes that while concepts like "learning to live together" have been discussed since the 1970s, many issues still exist, such as high levels of illiteracy and lack of access to education. While online education is growing, concerns remain about its benefits compared to traditional education. The document concludes by asking what kind of connected, collaborative systems and societies we want new technologies to support. It then provides details on Ireland's National Institute for Digital Learning and its goal for online learning to support high-quality education rather than being the goal itself.