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Immersive Technology for Education: How Virtual Reality Will Change the Learning Process

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The rapid development of technology could not but affect the educational process. Although virtual reality technology is not that new, it is being used in education since relatively recently. There are several reasons for the spread of virtual reality technology in education: Reduced price of technical equipment.

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How Augmented and Virtual Reality Can Help to Evolve Education

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The original use case for augmented and virtual reality was not so much practicality, but rather entertainment. The entertainment factor remains, however, perhaps it is this which makes it so practical, in terms of education. There’s no reason education shouldn’t be the same. Teaching Methods Are Becoming Outdated.

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Can Virtual Reality Improve Science Education?

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Not too long ago, all educators needed to impart knowledge were a blackboard and some chalk. The education sector isn’t immune to the disruption of revolutionary innovations, including virtual reality. Let’s take a closer look at how virtual learning enhances science education.

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Applications of Virtual Reality for Nonprofits

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Therefore, some nonprofits have started using virtual reality technology to assist them in their fundraising efforts. For instance, this could be a virtual reality video that provides a perspective of someone’s daily life if they have dementia. Educating Employees. Spreading Awareness of Causes.

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Jackson Public Schools Implement Virtual Reality in the Classroom

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Virtual reality in the classroom is one of the many uses of immersive technologies. The latest educational organization to adopt it is Jackson Public Schools in Mississippi. And virtual reality in the classroom is a way of bringing together the best of both worlds; real and virtual.

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How Different Age Groups Can Use Virtual Reality

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Virtual reality is becoming increasingly popular among consumers and businesses. However, virtual reality is still relatively new. Meta suggests that children younger than 13 have a higher risk of injury and other adverse effects when using virtual reality. As it evolves, more use cases will emerge.

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4 Inventive Examples of Virtual Reality in Education

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See Also: Can Virtual Reality Improve Science Education? We’ll also take a look at three additional examples of super creative applications of virtual reality in education. Virtual Field Trips: A Mars Field Trip. See Also: Can Augmented Reality Shorten the Learning Curve?