VR in Education

Episode 125- Conversational AI Avatars for Learning

Hello everyone.  Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning.  Today we have the pleasure of talking Steve Grubbs CEO of VictoryXR.  Steve is no stranger to this podcast as he was on the show years ago for episode Episode 57, which was Dec. 2020,  where we talked about how 3d spatial platforms were superior for learning than Zoom.  Steve is here this time to talk about a new feature that VictoryXR is rolling out to members, AI avatars.

Episode 124-Curating Content and Empathy with SkillsVR

Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today, we have the pleasure of talking to Shawnee Baughman, the Content Development Manager for SkillsVR. Shawnee shares her extensive background in VR, starting from her academic journey at Stanford University to her professional experience at the Stanford Virtual Human Interaction Lab.

In this episode, Shawnee discusses fascinating research studies on VR's impact on pro-social and environmental behavior, including a unique experiment involving avatars and coal-eating. She also sheds light on her current work at SkillsVR, explaining the immersive learning journey they offer, from initial implementation to full-scale adoption across large organizations.

Shawnee talks about the challenges and strategies in content creation for VR, including the innovative Content Creation Kit (CCK) that SkillsVR provides to help organizations build their own VR training content. She also touches upon her TEDx talk on using VR to cultivate empathy and the importance of carefully designing VR experiences to achieve positive outcomes.

Tune in to learn more about the potential of VR in education, the importance of empathy in training, and practical tips for educators and organizations looking to explore VR for learning.

Episode 123-Exploring the Power of 3D Modeling in Education with Anita Wielgosz

Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. In this episode, we are thrilled to have Anita Wielgosz, an expert 3D modeler, virtual world builder, and sculptor, join us. Anita shares her journey into the world of VR, from her early days of sculpting with plasticine to becoming a leading figure in 3D modeling for education.

Anita discusses the importance of using 3D models in teaching and learning, emphasizing how mediums like Play-Doh and Lego bricks can enhance students' understanding of spatial relationships and engage multiple senses. She also highlights the advantages of VR tools like Gravity Sketch, which allow educators and students to create immersive, hands-on learning experiences.

Throughout the episode, Anita provides valuable insights on how teachers can incorporate 3D modeling and virtual worlds into their curriculum, offering practical tips and creative ideas. She also touches on the potential of AI tools in simplifying the creation of 3D models and the importance of fostering emotional connections in the learning process.

Join us for this fascinating conversation and discover how VR and 3D modeling can transform education, making learning more interactive, engaging, and impactful.

Episode 122- XR Tools for Education and XR Docs with Eric Chamberlin

Hello everyone.  Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning.  Today we have the pleasure of talking to Eric Chamberlin.  He is an educator with extensive experience in technology integration and learning design. I'm especially interested in this talk because Eric's expertise in learning design resonates deeply with me. He is here today to talk about implementing XR into learning effectively.

Episode 121- Using VR for Medical Literacy with HouseCall VR

Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning.  HouseCall VR, founded by Delaware podiatrist Dr. Linda Ciavarelli, is a leading immersive hub for sharing information in VR.  Linda is here today to talk more about her groundbreaking approach to patient medical literacy and engagement. 

Episode 120-Mixed Reality for Learning with Newton’s Room

Hello everyone.  Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning.  Today we have the pleasure of talking to Horacio Torrendell, the visionary CEO and Founder of Treeview VR/AR.  We are excited to have him today to explore the innovative world of Newton’s Room, Treeview’s latest mixed-reality app designed to transform how we learn physics. This cutting-edge platform invites users to engage with immersive physics puzzles that dynamically adapt to their physical surroundings, employing Newton's laws of physics in challenging and interactive ways.

Episode 119- Rethinking XR Deployment in the Classroom with ReframeXR

Hello everyone.  Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning.  Today we have the pleasure of talking to Jonathan Teske, who is the founder and CEO of ReframeXR.  Jonathan has been a pioneer in  XR for education.  He was a product manager and the Future for Education lead at Meta for over four years.  Jonathan also worked for Discovery Education as a Product Manager and was a highly accomplished Math and ESL leader.

Episode 118- Curating Educational Content For Meta

Hello everyone.  Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning.  Today we have the pleasure of talking to Anand Dass lead of VR/AR applications for Meta and a huge community builder and connector in the XR space.  In this episode, we will discuss his philosophy and approach to educational apps and talk about curating educational experiences.

Episode 117- Immersive VR Onboarding in Banking with Aequilibrium

Hello everyone.  Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning.  Today we have the pleasure of talking to Adrian Moise, founder and CEO at Aequilibrium.  They help clients with innovation, digital transformation and optimization by building custom tech solutions for progressive customers in a variety of sectors.

Episode 116- Safety and Identity in Virtual worlds with Nina Jane Patel

Hello everyone.  Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning.  Today we have the pleasure of talking to Nina Jane Patel, As the distinguished President of Research & Safety and a pivotal Co-Founder at Kabuni, she is known as a visionary and authority in the realm of emerging technologies, including XR.  She is an expert in championing safe, responsible integration of these groundbreaking technologies in the education sector.  Nian has an impressive resume which includes being a regular feature on leading media platforms such as the BBC and CNN, where she users her experience, research and voice to fight for a positive digital future.  She is here today to talk about her work.