virtual reality Archives

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U. Michigan adding ‘extended reality’ to some online courses

Coursera courses featuring 360 degree video, augmented reality, virtual reality and virtual production are under development.

Feb 10, 2023 By EdScoop Staff

For virtual reality to stick, universities need meaningful classroom content

As universities add virtual reality to the classroom, coders and designers are working with instructors to create meaningful experiences.

Jun 21, 2022 By Emily Bamforth

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One Morehouse College professor wants every student to have a VR headset

Muhsinah Morris, an assistant professor of chemistry at Morehouse, said she wants all incoming freshmen to be issued a VR headset.

May 4, 2022 By Colin Wood

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University of Michigan takes virtual reality to Coursera

The university plans to use lessons from its extended-reality initiative to offer 10 courses focused on skills training.

Apr 19, 2022 By Emily Bamforth

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Education in the metaverse needs human connection, Brookings argues

Even in a metaverse classroom, a real-life instructor is still needed to make sure students are actively learning, according to a new Brookings Institution report.

Feb 14, 2022 By Emily Bamforth

Danny Milisavljevic with students — Danny Milisavljevic, an assistant professor of physics and astronomy at Purdue University, has been using VR headsets to immerse his students in the study of supernovas. (Purdue University)

VR in universities a welcome addition, but not yet ‘plug-and-play’

Professors experimenting with VR in their classrooms report positive initial results, but they say creating the content is still a lot of work.

May 26, 2021 By Ryan Johnston

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Purdue students are using VR to explore the cosmos, remotely

Virtual reality technology that wasn't feasible in the classroom just a few years ago is finding practical applications in a Purdue astronomy course.

May 3, 2021 By Ryan Johnston

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Michigan State launches VR app to fight unconscious bias

The app helps users recognize racism and unconscious bias to help support diversity, equity and inclusion.

Apr 9, 2021 By Jake Williams

Temple’s online MBA students tap VR for second year

The emerging technology has received "enthusiastic feedback" from students in its second year of use, a Temple University professor said.

Apr 8, 2021 By Ryan Johnston

VR helps Texas students prepare career paths early

VR simulations dramatically improved students' self-reported confidence with their career options after high school.

Mar 30, 2021 By Colin Wood