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Matthew Lynch published in Augmented Reality, Mixed Reality, and Virtual Reality

10 Virtual Learning Expectations (Video for Kids!)

With many classes moving online, it’s important for you, the awesome kids, to know what to expect and how to be super students in the digital world. Here are the top 10 virtual learning expectations made just for you!

1. Be On Time: Just like in school, being on time means you’re ready to learn. Make sure your device is charged and you’re logged into your class on time.

2. Find a Quiet Spot: Try to find a quiet place where you can listen and talk without too many distractions or interruptions.

3. Dress Appropriately: Even though you are at home, wear clothes that are appropriate for school – it helps to set the mood for learning!

4. Be Prepared: Have all your materials ready before class starts – books, worksheets, and even a water bottle to stay hydrated.

5. Listen Carefully: Pay attention to your teacher and classmates. If you miss something, it’s okay to ask questions!

6. Speak Clearly: When it’s your turn to talk, speak clearly so everyone can understand you, and always wait for your teacher’s permission.

7. Stay Seated and Focused: Try not to move around too much so you can concentrate on what’s being taught.

8. Raise Your Hand Virtually: If you want to answer a question or share something, use the ‘raise hand’ feature if your video platform has one.

9. Respect Others: Be kind and supportive of your classmates’ questions and answers.

10. Follow Online Safety Rules: Stay safe by keeping personal information private and only talking with people your parents and teachers have approved.

Remember kids, virtual learning is still learning – so let’s make it fun and successful together!

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Matthew Lynch published in Augmented Reality, Mixed Reality, and Virtual Reality

How to Implement Immersive Learning

Whether you are an educator or a team manager, you are probably always looking for efficient ways to keep the attention of your learners/employees. Not only that, but you want to stimulate them to engage in critical thinking and come up with their own suggestions on how things can be made better.

The solution that has been frequently discussed over the past couple of months is that of immersive learning, which consists of a few tools, such as VR, AR, and video learning. We will look at what these tools are and how they can help an online classroom be more entertaining. 

Let’s get started.

Benefits of Immersive Learning

Before we get into the specific techniques for implementing immersive learning, we want to point out a couple of advantages connected to it. ERP was first posted in schools a few years ago and served as a revolutionizing method. Similarly, immersive learning can help learners and employees stay away from smartphones by engaging them in a virtual, yet realistic world presented through VR and AR that’s specific to their educational/professional needs. 

One of the greatest things about this strategy is that you won’t have to worry about anything being missed because those on a virtual reality or augmented reality headset are sure not to miss a single detail as they can go back and review at their convenience. It has been proven that the amount of focus in immersive learning is much higher than with conventional methods.

Additionally, as learners/employees will be put in a simulated ecosystem, they can make emotional connections with parts of the presented context. Through immersive learning, they will become more motivated and have higher knowledge retention. 

Integrating Immersive Learning

There shouldn’t be a lot of discussions when it comes to the significance of eLearning in the contemporary world. The customized approach can be conducted through a couple of different tools. 

The first tool is VR. Virtual Reality uses an intuitive headset and software that can remake realistic places and allow the user to perform actions and travel to places that may be inaccessible in real life. 

When discussing immersive learning, another fantastic method to consider is Augmented Reality. AR works by collecting data on your current settings and adding digital details to it. 

Lastly, for low-income learners and those with special needs, 3D video learning is ideal and is mostly focused on 360-degree presentations.

What Are the Disadvantages of Immersive Learning?

Although the pros certainly outweigh the cons of the new opportunities immersive learning brings, there are a couple of disadvantages. The first one is that the cost of implementing immersive learning is relatively high, given that VR and AR equipment isn’t an affordable option for everyone. 

Additionally, it would take some time for learners/employees to adapt to a learning ecosystem that is vastly different compared to traditional classrooms.

Conclusion

Using Virtual and Augmented Reality for learning, problem-solving, and critical thinking is a future we are all looking at. This is the main reason educators and employers should start integrating these tools as soon as possible, while staying aware of both the capacities and disadvantages of immersive learning.

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Matthew Lynch published in Augmented Reality, Mixed Reality, and Virtual Reality, Teachers

School Thank-You Cards for Custodians, Librarians and Other Staff We Love

Introduction:

A school is a community made up of not just students and teachers, but many other individuals who contribute to the overall success and well-being of the institution. Amidst the hustle and bustle of the academic year, we often take for granted the dedication of these unsung heroes like custodians, librarians, cafeteria workers, security officers, and administrative staff. They all contribute to making schools a nurturing environment for learning. A thoughtful thank-you card is an excellent way to show gratitude towards these invaluable members of the school community.

Custodians: The Keepers of Cleanliness

Custodians work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that our classrooms are safe and clean. They maintain facilities from bathrooms to hallways, ensuring every space gets deep-cleaned regularly. A heartfelt thank-you card expressing your appreciation for their hard work can undoubtedly brighten their day.

Librarians: Guardians of Knowledge

Librarians are vital resources in any school setting. They carefully curate and maintain a vast array of literature, research materials and other informative media which cater to all age groups and reading levels. A personalized note showing appreciation for their assistance in locating books, finding sources or organizing book fairs will go a long way in expressing gratitude.

Cafeteria Workers: Providers of Nourishment

Cafeteria workers labor each day to feed students nutritious meals that help energize them for learning. Taking the time to thank them for preparing delicious food and serving it with care displays recognition of their crucial role in keeping students happy and healthy.

Security Officers: Protectors of Peace

School security officers are dedicated to ensuring that students feel safe within the campus environment. They attentively monitor school grounds, direct traffic during pickup times and handle any incidents that may arise. Let them know you’re grateful for their diligence in maintaining a secure environment by crafting a sincere thank-you card.

Administrative Staff: Organizers of Efficiency

From managing schedules, processing paperwork, and communicating with parents, the administrative staff is the backbone of any school. Sending a thank-you note recognizing their efforts in keeping things running smoothly will surely be appreciated.

Conclusion:

Our schools would not function as effectively without the hard work of these often-underappreciated staff members. A simple yet personal thank-you card is a powerful gesture that can make them feel acknowledged, appreciated, and valued. So take a moment to express gratitude to these essential individuals who make schools welcoming spaces for everyone.

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Matthew Lynch published in Augmented Reality, Mixed Reality, and Virtual Reality, Best of the Best Lists

Virtual or Augmented Reality Apps, Tools, and Resources That I Would Use If I Were Still in the Classroom

Back in 2001, when I started as a teacher, the technology boom was in its nascent stage. I remember toting a large bag filled with papers home most nights and going to sleep drowning under a vast sea of student homework that needed grading. My classroom was even worse, cluttered with books, manipulatives, globes, maps, and learning stations that left little room for anything else. However, as I write this in 2018, things have changed dramatically. Today’s teachers have edtech in their corners.

Digital teaching and learning tools have streamlined education processes and provide learning experiences that stretch far beyond the materials that were available for me back in 2001. For instance, if you want to teach your students how to tell stories, you could allow students to reimagine existing stories using virtual reality. You can give students the opportunity to bring their favorite books to class and re-imagine parts of the story or the entire story. For example, they can create an alternative ending to Jack and the Beanstalk and retell their version in virtual reality, by creating a short cartoon. If I were still in the classroom today, I’d use these virtual reality apps, tools, and resources:

King Tut VR – King Tut VR provides a virtual reality experience of the tomb of King Tutankhamun. This app requires a virtual reality headset. King Tut was a great Egyptian pharaoh in the 18th dynasty. He was buried in a legendary tomb, which you can explore virtually while learning about the art, treasures, and hieroglyphics of the time. This app takes you back in time with a fully immersive environment, which makes you feel like you are actually in King Tut’s tomb.

Lifeliqe – This learning platform educates students with the use of 3-D models, augmented reality, and virtual reality. It includes subjects such as biology, culture, physics, paleontology, geometry, and so on. There are 620 preinstalled lesson plans for different subjects. The interface of this platform is quite easy to navigate. Lifeliqe is available as a website and app with its implementations on iPad and Windows showing the most functionality.

myVRscope™ – is an immersive microscopy Virtual Reality (VR) lab ecosystem, where students and faculty access microbiology content and conduct lab activities on-demand using VR. myVRscope™ leverages a virtual 3D photorealistic compound light microscope for learner activities and integrates the user experience with an Artificial Intelligence (AI) lab instructor- Dr. Beaker. The product was developed by the Immersive Learning Experience (ILX) team in the Innovation Center of Excellence (ICoE) at Adtalem Global Education- with the explicit design intent to create an ‘intelligent, immersive learning experience’ for on-campus and online learners alike that combines Virtual Reality (VR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Star Chart: Teachers who want to bring astronomy lessons to life will need to use Star Chart. Using augmented reality, students can point their device at the night sky and use the app to identify what constellations they see. Alternatively, you can also scroll around the sky using just your fingers.

Sites in VR: Go to all the exciting places you would like to without any restrictions. The app features Islamic relics, ancient cities, and temples. Historically significant sites in Saudi Arabia, Macedonia, Egypt, Syria, Morocco, Kuwait, Belgium, France, Africa, and even Mars await you. The app features over a thousand high-quality images rendered in a panoramic 360° view; it provides the all-encompassing, immersive experience.

Algodoo– Algodoo is a physics-based 2-D sandbox freeware from Algoryx Simulation AB as the successor to the popular physics application Phun. Bring your ideas to life withAlgodoo. Use the drawing tool, materials like ropes, lasers, gears, motors and even water to test your funniest ideas in a simulated world. Share your inventions with friends and challenge them to use their creative abilities. The simulated world is based on the latest technologies in advanced engineering simulations and virtual reality simulators used by Algoryx.

Unimersiv: This is a virtual reality educational tool available to students of all ages. It allows students to watch academic virtual reality videos to promote an immersive learning experience. Topics include history, space, and anatomy.

Cospaces– With this app, you can create virtual reality, and you have total control over its personalization. You can choose from different items and personalities to create your characters. The app makes the experience as realistic as possible and unlocks potential worlds of virtual reality. All you need to access your virtual life is the free CoSpaces app and a headset.

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