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Best Virtual Field Trips

By Ray Bendici, Diana Restifo published

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

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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

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

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Teaching a VR Lesson: 5 Questions to Ask

By Erik Ofgang last updated

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

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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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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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 VR and AR Can Be Used to Support Students with Special Needs

By Leah Zitter published

VR and AR offer capabilities that resonate for students with special needs

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