VR in Education

Episode 111- VR Film School

Hello everyone.  Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of virtual reality for teaching and learning.  Today we have the pleasure of talking to Jon Gress, the CEO of The Metaverse Construction company and founder of The Metaverse Film School, “The World’s First Fully Immersive Metaverse Film School”!  The film school started classes this year using the Engage VR platform.   One of the most challenging aspects of teaching film curricula is balancing the theoretical and practical components of filmmaking.  Instructors need to provide comprehensive knowledge of film theory, history, and aesthetics while also teaching practical skills like cinematography, editing, and directing.  Jon is here today to talk about the efficacy of using VR and virtual worlds for teaching film.

Episode 110- Designing VR Applications for Industrial Training

Hello everyone.  Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of virtual reality for teaching and learning.  Today we have the pleasure of talking to Dmitry Scheglov CEO of GWPro.  GWPro focuses on industrial-type simulations and learning engagements sometimes we call them “Hard skills training”.

Episode 109- Planning and Delivering an XR Conference

Hello everyone.  Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of virtual reality for teaching and learning.  Today we have the pleasure of talking to Bradley Chesham.   Brad is the CEO of Bundle of Rays and has been instrumental in pushing XR in Healthcare.  Brad is a thought leader in how immersive learning should be deployed to maximize health case outcomes.  His focus on using immersive learning tools related to XR has been impressive.  His recent pursuit of a PHD whilst running a busy start-up is a testimony to his passion for this medium.

Episode 108- Enhancing Adult Education Through VR

Hello everyone.  Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of virtual reality for teaching and learning.  Today we have the pleasure of talking to Mary Walsh O’Shea.    Mary has been a pioneer in reshaping the landscape of healthcare education through virtual reality. Mary's journey began in the rich soil of adult literacy, where she fostered growth as both a tutor and a beacon for innovative learning spaces. Her passion for immersive education led her to orchestrate a groundbreaking VR initiative which we are going to talk more about today.

Episode 107- VR To Enhance Learning Outcomes in Welding and Fabrication

Hello everyone.  Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of virtual reality for teaching and learning.  Today we have the pleasure of talking to Craig Scott and David Sime.  Craig has been teaching welding for nearly a decade following over twenty years of experience in industry. He is an advocate of utilizing virtual reality in education and has worked with many companies including Lincoln Electric and Seabury.  David is the CTO and Co-Director of Riiot Digital and a top voice in the field of XR.  I have been following David’s post on LinkedIn about XR for years and consider him an influencer in this field.  David and Craig are currently working on a Hydrogen Safety virtual reality app called ‘Hydroverse’. 

Episode 106- The Making of Nano, A VR Educational Game

Hello everyone.  Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of using virtual reality to enhance learning.  Today we are unpacking the topic of experiential learning through gamification.  We have the pleasure of talking to David Sarno, Founder and CEO at Lighthaus Inc and Emily O’Neal, Creative Director at Lighthaus Inc. YOu can learn more at https://vr-sci.com/nanocell-reality-check/

Episode 105-Using VR to Tackle Rigorous Curriculum

Hello everyone.  Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of virtual reality for teaching and learning.  Today we have the pleasure of talking to Nathan O’Grady.  Nathan is the Virtual Reality Lead at King's InterHigh.  In a world where many teachers are still delivering lessons in a traditional model of lecture, worksheet, and test, Nathan has committed to providing greater variety in lesson delivery at his school.

Episode 104- Understanding Generative Ai for Immersive Learning at Talespin

Hello everyone.  Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of virtual reality for teaching and learning.  Today we have the pleasure of talking to Joe Millward.  Joe is the General Manager at Talespin a world-leading Immersive Technology Platform company. In this role, he is responsible for developing the APAC market.

Episode 103- Learning, VR and Feelings with Nick Shackleton-Jones

Hello everyone.  Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of virtual reality for teaching and learning.  Today we have a special guest with us. Joining us is Nick Shackleton-Jones,. He has a 30-year track record of shaping future learning approaches for numerous public and private organizations. Winner of several awards for people development strategy, innovation, and learning content, including the Learning & Performance Institute’s Award for Services to the Learning Industry, 2017 Nick is also the author of ‘How People Learn”.

Episode 102-Synchronous Language Learning in VR

Hello everyone.  Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of virtual reality for teaching and learning.  Today we have a special guest with us. Joining us is Misty Wilson, the Head of Education and Customer Support at Immerse,  a groundbreaking company that offers immersive language learning experiences in virtual reality.