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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

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

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

By Luke Edwards published

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

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

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What Is Augmented Reality?

By Luke Edwards published

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

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What Is Virtual Reality?

By Luke Edwards published

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

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VR in Education: Potential and Barriers for Effective Use

By Erik Ofgang published

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.

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Sandbox AR From Discovery Education Reveals The Future of AR in Schools

By Luke Edwards published

Sandbox AR explained by Phil Birchinall of Discovery Education as augmented reality shaping the future of education.

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Using Virtual Environments & Other Edtech to Foster Inclusivity

By Erik Ofgang last updated

Professor Kathryn J. Biacindo at Fresno State finds students working in virtual environments with inclusive content learn more in less time.

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Virtual Reality Teaching: Successes and Challenges

By Erik Ofgang published

Using virtual reality for an introductory computer class taught professor Cristina Lopes a lot about implementing VR for instruction

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How to Transition to Virtual Learning from Video Learning

By Ellen Ullman published

UMass Boston is increasing its virtual learning capabilities

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