Virtual Reality | Tech & Learning

What is Cybersickness? The Common Virtual Reality Side Effect Explained

By Erik Ofgang published 2 August 23

Cybersickness affects more than half of those who use virtual reality experience to some degree. Here’s what educators need to know about cybersickness and how to prevent it.

What is Labster and How Can It Be Used for Teaching? Tips & Tricks

By Luke Edwards published 17 July 23

Labster is a virtual laboratory testing space for schools and colleges.

Veative Takes To BETT 2023 To Show What VR Education Can Be

By Luke Edwards published 5 April 23

Veative VR shown off at BETT 2023 as a truly education focused virtual reality experience.

Best Virtual Field Trips

By Ray Bendici, Diana Restifo published 17 March 23

Students can experience the best virtual field trips without getting on a bus, or even leaving their homes.

a Woman with a virtual reality set on occupies one half of the screen. The other shows virtual tools that she is controlling.

Using Virtual Reality for Career Training

By Erik Ofgang published 1 November 22

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Indiana have had success using virtual reality simulations to teach students about career opportunities.

A virtual reality image from Jaime Donally

Teaching a VR Lesson: 5 Questions to Ask

By Erik Ofgang last updated 31 October 22

Proper planning can ensure an AR or VR lesson is a success, says immersive learning expert Jaime Donally.

Best VR Headsets for Schools

By Luke Edwards published 20 October 22

The best VR headsets for schools improve school learning in a more immersive and engaging way.

Using the Metaverse to Help Students With Intellectual Disabilities

By Erik Ofgang published 26 August 22

Award-winning educator Phil Hintz is studying how metaverse technologies such as augmented reality and virtual reality can help students with intellectual disabilities build life and occupational skills

Two students with virtual reality headsets on react with joy to what they are seeing in the VR experience.

Using Virtual Reality to Enhance Existing Lessons

By Erik Ofgang last updated 6 June 22

Virtual reality can enhance educational experiences and is a powerful way to foster student engagement.

How To Setup Virtual Reality Or Augmented Reality In Schools For Free

By Luke Edwards published 12 May 22

Want virtual reality or augmented reality? Here's how to get it free

A student wearing virtual reality goggles lifts one arm in front of her seemingly to touch something she sees in an virtual environment

The Metaverse: 5 Things Educators Should Know

By Erik Ofgang published 11 May 22

As the metaverse draws increasing attention, a team of leading researchers has put together an evidence-based guide for educators

What Is Augmented Reality?

By Luke Edwards published 2 May 22

Augmented Reality could be the future of teaching and it's available to use right now.

What Is Virtual Reality?

By Luke Edwards published 25 April 22

Virtual reality is a powerful area of technological growth that's being used in education to change the way we teach.

VR in Education: Potential and Barriers for Effective Use

By Erik Ofgang published 4 April 22

Children’s use of virtual reality (VR) seemed to increase during lockdown but was most effective when incorporated with supporting materials that contextualized the VR experience.