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Introduction<\/em><\/p>\n

Virtual reality in its present incarnation is often thought of as a gaming device that isolates oneself in a digitally created world. However, new applications of this technology are proving that virtual reality has the ability to dramatically change the way we view content across a variety of fields and that it doesn\u2019t necessarily have to be a solitary exercise. Within education, Immersive VR is one such company utilizing virtual reality to rework the current learning experience.<\/p>\n

Immersive VR has launched first versions of two different tools \u2013 Lecture VR and Engage \u2013 that help transform the classroom experience. Lecture VR helps simulate a lecture hall n virtual reality, while simultaneously adding special effects (like images, videos and immersive experiences)[i]<\/a>. These lectures are much more engaging for students – for example, imagine learning about the Apollo 13 mission from inside the space shuttle. Additionally, this product enables students and teachers to join from anywhere in the world, which has powerful implications for the future accessibility of education globally.<\/p>\n

Engage gives educators the tools to create these immersive experiences. Without learning how to code, teachers can work with Immersive VR\u2019s team to create their own lesson plans and transport their students across the globe[ii]<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Value Creation<\/em><\/p>\n

The main value creation from bringing virtual reality to the classroom will be benefits in education and improvements in student performance. First, people learn best through experiences or doing tasks themselves[iii]<\/a>. Furthermore, these immersive experiences mean that students are engaged in the material and not distracted by the outside world. The ability to explore and provide a hands-on approach helps students better understand concepts and retain the information for longer. Finally, many students find it easy to understand complex theories and concepts when learning visually[iv]<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Today\u2019s education system focuses mostly on reading and listening. By forcing children to be active participants in their education, you enable them to learn more without consciously realizing they are doing so. By making education an activity, rather than a chore, VR has the possibility of revolutionizing the context in which we learn, which has major monetary benefits for society in the future.<\/p>\n

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Value Capture<\/em><\/p>\n

Immersive VR, like most educational VR companies, relies on charging educators and school districts for use of their services. This is a difficult proposition \u2013 the technology is expensive and many of these educators are already struggling to be in line with budgets given their current funding levels. Immersive VR and other education technology companies will need to develop innovative marketing techniques to encourage VR adoption in schools and higher education[v]<\/a>.<\/p>\n

While this technology may seem expensive currently, it is similar to how people viewed PCs back in their early days of adoption (although early PCs were comparatively even much more expensive). Over time, as parents see the impact on their children, it will become more widely demanded and adopted. Furthermore, when you consider the possibilities of VR \u2013 transporting an entire classroom (who would never be able to afford the journey) to the Louvre to view the Mona Lisa \u2013 the price begins to seem much more reasonable.<\/p>\n

Future Growth Opportunities<\/em><\/p>\n

I think it is hard to overstate how exciting the growth potential is for educational virtual reality. This technology has the power to completely eradicate boundaries \u2013 allowing a classroom in the rural South to meet a similar classroom in India or Mexico, enabling global access to world renowned lecturers, transporting students anywhere in the world. Immersive VR is primed to build upon their current product to make education even more exciting, limitless and rewarding in the future.<\/p>\n

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[i]<\/a> https:\/\/touchstoneresearch.com\/the-top-10-companies-working-on-education-in-virtual-reality-and-augmented-reality\/<\/p>\n

[ii]<\/a> https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/2016\/12\/16\/what-the-coming-educational-vr-revolution-teaches-us-about-the-techs-future\/<\/p>\n

[iii]<\/a> http:\/\/immersivevreducation.com\/<\/p>\n

[iv]<\/a> https:\/\/www.vrs.org.uk\/virtual-reality-education\/benefits.html<\/p>\n

[v]<\/a> https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/2016\/01\/23\/when-virtual-reality-meets-education\/<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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