VR in Education

Episode 155- Making Immersive Learning Work: Teamwork, Holograms, and What’s Next

Hello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore how virtual reality is transforming teaching and learning around the world.

Today we’re excited to have Professor Gary Burnett from Loughborough University back to the show. Gary was on the podcast in 2023. Gary’s research spans some of the most exciting—and challenging—frontiers in immersive education. We’ll dive into his work on using VR mazes to transform teamwork and leadership skills, explore his groundbreaking experiments with holographic lectures, and discuss the heavy lifting that’s still needed for widespread adoption of immersive tools in higher education.

Episode 154- Teacher Competency in Virtual Worlds

Hello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore how virtual reality is transforming teaching and learning around the world.

In today’s episode, we’re honoured to welcome Dr. Kim Abel, Head of School at Optima Academy Online—one of the leading institutions pioneering fully immersive education.

We’ll be diving into what it takes to teach effectively in a virtual world, exploring how teacher competencies shift when the classroom is no longer bound by four walls. From managing student engagement and designing immersive lessons to training educators, Kim brings a wealth of insight into the evolving role of the virtual educator.

Episode 153- Healing with Headsets: Vizmoo’s VR Revolution

Hello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore how virtual reality is transforming teaching and learning around the world.

In today’s episode, we’re honored to welcome Michael Stauffer, CEO of Vizmoo, an innovative company using VR movement therapy to help neurodiverse individuals grow, heal, and thrive. Michael and his team are behind Groove Catcher Tx, a rhythm-based VR experience that blends music, dance, and visual engagement to support clients with Autism, ADHD, and more. To learn more check out https://www.vizmoo.com/.

Episode 152-Unlocking Potential: VR Education for Africa’s Next Generation

Hello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore how virtual reality is transforming teaching and learning around the world.

In today’s episode, we’re honored to welcome Diana Njeri, Associate Director of the Africa VR Campus and Center, and Paul Waiyaki, CEO of the Africa VR Campus. Their work is a shining example of how purposeful technology can empower youth, especially young women in rural Kenya, to imagine—and build—a future beyond the limitations they’ve inherited.  

From helping students create digital twins of mushroom farms to designing and hosting events in virtual worlds, Diana and Paul are not only teaching tech—they are unlocking potential. But as we’ll hear, their journey hasn’t been easy. 

Today, we dive into what it takes to build an immersive learning ecosystem where none existed before, and how VR Africa is reimagining education—one VR headset, one learner, at a time.

Episode 151- What Really Moves Learning? A 3DOF vs. 6DOF Debate

Hello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore how virtual reality is transforming teaching and learning.

Today’s episode is a little different—in the best way. We're diving into a timely and important conversation about the role of 3DOF versus 6DOF headsets in education. It’s a topic that often sparks strong opinions, and we’re thrilled to have someone who brings a fresh, thoughtful, and even contrarian perspective to the table.

Joining me is Dave Dolan, CEO of Sensible VR and a lifelong educator who has been deeply focused on issues of attention, accessibility, and equity in immersive learning. While I’ve long championed the potential of 6DOF for deep engagement and interaction, Dave challenges us to consider whether simplicity, scalability, and practicality,hallmarks of 3DOF,might in fact be better suited for real-world classrooms.

Episode 150- How Virtulane is Rising Above in a Crowded VR Market

Hello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore how virtual reality is transforming teaching and learning.  We’re thrilled to welcome Richard Lane, the founder and visionary behind Virtulane—an innovative immersive learning company based in Australia. Richard brings a unique blend of educational insight, and deep tech expertise to the world of virtual reality. Under his leadership, Virtulane has been pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in immersive education, not only within Australia’s diverse education systems but also with international partners, including clients in Alberta, Canada. His passion lies in designing meaningful learning experiences that prioritize process over product. Check out https://virtulane.com.au/.

Episode 149- Training Teachers Using VR Simulation and Immersive Learning

Hello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore how virtual reality is transforming teaching and learning.

We’re thrilled to welcome back Adrian Moise, CEO of Aequilibrium. Adrian and his team continue to push the boundaries of immersive learning, and today we’re diving into one of their most promising projects yet—a collaboration with the University of Ottawa to design and deploy a VR classroom simulator that’s changing how we train teachers. Check out Adrian's company at https://aequilibrium.com/.

Episode 148- Bridging the Digital Divide: VR, Equity, and the Future of Education

Hello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore how virtual reality is transforming teaching and learning. Today we’re diving into a conversation that sits at the crossroads of equity, innovation, and student empowerment.

Our guest is Michael Avis, a passionate educator, thought leader, and ambassador for Bodyswaps, who’s making waves in the world of immersive learning. Michael’s work focuses on bringing high-impact virtual reality experiences to schools and marginalized communities—ensuring that students who are often left out of the tech revolution are instead leading it.  Check out Michaels company at https://home.tapvigo.com/

Episode 147-Immersive Learning for Every Student: Rundle Studio’s VR Revolution

Hello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore how virtual reality is transforming teaching and learning.

Today’s guests are Dr. Jason Rogers, Head of School for Rundle College Society, and John Wolf, Principal of Rundle Studio. These visionary leaders are reimagining education through the lens of immersive technology, pioneering the use of virtual reality to support students with diverse and complex learning needs.

At Rundle Studio—an innovative online school for grades 7–12 students with diagnosed learning disabilities, ADHD, ASD, anxiety, or gifted learning profiles—Jason and John are championing a bold new model. By integrating VR and immersive environments into their pedagogy, they’re not only boosting engagement but helping students grasp abstract concepts in ways that traditional classrooms often can’t.

Their work is reshaping what inclusive, personalized education can look like in a digital age—and setting a powerful example for schools everywhere.

Episode 146-Micro-learning and VR with Andrew Sedillo

Hello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore how virtual reality is transforming teaching and learning.

 

Today’s guest is Andrew Sedillo, Executive Director of Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships at NMSU Global Campus. Andrew is a forward-thinking instructional design leader who’s redefining how we teach and learn using VR, AI, and microlearning. From crafting immersive, learner-centered courses to empowering educators with practical, hands-on VR design strategies, his work is shaping the future of education in the metaverse.

Want to go deeper? Listeners can access Andrew’s course on designing instructional experiences in the metaverse and get $50 off with this code: VREDU2025
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