VR in Education

Episode 40- How to Parlay Deep Thinking in Social VR Spaces

Welcome to another wonderful episode of VR in Education. Today I want to narrow our focus on how we might leverage Social VR spaces as a tool to promote conceptual thinking and debates.

If you liked this episode and would like to learn more about leveraging VR as an immersive tool check out my self-paced course, https://immersivelearningandvr.teachable.com/p/an-introduction-to-vr-in-education.  You can also reach me on twitter @cfrehlichteach.

Episode 39-VR Games as Double Agents--From Outcast to Hero

Hello everyone, welcome to another episode of VR in Education.   Today’s episode looks at how VR games might be thought of as double agents and by telling their story I hope to move them from outcasts in the world of learning to heroes.

Episode 38- Emphasizing Divergent Thinking with Sandbox Mode in VR Applications

Hello everyone, welcome to another episode of VR in Education.  In today’s episode, I want to talk about the efficacy of structured (convergent) vs unstructured (divergent) learning experiences. 

Episode 37- How To Deal with Limited Numbers of Headsets in Your School

In this episode, I discuss a common question many teachers ask in a school situation, "what if I only have a few headsets for my large class?"  Although this is not ideal, I outline a few applications that can help you maximize your student engagement.  I hope you enjoy the episode.

Episode 36- Bridging the Gap in STEM Education with VR (Inspirit Inc)

Hello Everyone, Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education.  In today’s episode, we get to talk with Armutha Vasan Co-Founder & COO | Inspirit Learning Inc.  Inspirit learning aims to bring curiosity and critical thinking to STEM training. They are an immersive educational platform that is creating transformative STEM labs and simulations.  You can learn more about their work at https://www.inspiritvr.com/.

Episode 35- Engaging Students and Teachers with LearnVR

Hello Everyone, welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education.  In today’s episode, we get to talk with Zach Grossman CEO and founder of LearnVR   Zach has his Masters of Education with a focus on Educational technology from Portland State University.  Before becoming an educator, Zach spent some time using his creative mind as a marketing guru.  We are thrilled to have him on the show.  To learn more about Zach's company and initiatives please see https://learnvr.org/

Episode 34- Developing Games That Provide Interaction and Perspective-My Interview with Bill Tustin of Centertec and Chicken Waffle

Hello Everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education.  In today’s episode, we get to talk with William Tustin CEO of Centertec and Principal of Chicken Waffle Games. Please visit https://www.centertec.com/ and https://chickenwaffle.com/ to learn more.  Bill can be reached at tustinw@centertec.com.

Episode 33- Students in VR Conference-Giving Students Voice and Getting Out of the Way

Hello everyone welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education.  Today were are putting the spotlight on student voice.  We have Angelina Dayton (The VR Lady) and Donna McTaggart with us to talk about the upcoming Students in VR Conference.  You can learn more about this conference and how to attend at www.studentsinvr.com.   Please come out and support these talented learners.

Episode 32- Resolution Games and Conceptual Learning

Hello Everyone, Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education.  In today’s episode, we get to talk with Tommy Palm CEO of Resolution Games.  Tommy has been involved in game design for over 14 years; his team has been awarded ten international awards.  Besides game design, he is a teacher and presenter at numerous conferences.  

Episode 31-VR and Special Education with Shannon Putman

Hello everyone, welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education.  In today’s show, we have the distinct pleasure of talking to Shannon Putman, who is a Ph.D. student and research associate at the University of Louisville.  Shannon is heavingly invested in VR. Most recently, she participated in an MIT Hackathon whereby her team developed an award-winning game called "Brain Drain".  You are going to love some of the specific examples she gives of how she uses VR to reach all students.