Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education
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Making VR a Reality in the Classroom

Making VR a Reality in the Classroom | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
Faculty and staff at Southern New Hampshire University piloted virtual reality in an undergraduate psychology course to see if it can be an effective
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Virtual reality in specialist palliative care: a feasibility study to enable clinical practice adoption

Virtual reality in specialist palliative care: a feasibility study to enable clinical practice adoption | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
It is feasible to use VR therapy in palliative care; however, further evidence about its efficacy and effectiveness is needed. Palliative care practitioners considering VR use should carefully consider several factors, to ensure that this technology can be used safely and effectively in clinical practice.
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Eight rules to help you stay safe in virtual reality.

Eight rules to help you stay safe in virtual reality. | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
Remove dangerous objects from the space. Be mindful of your pets. Stay sober.
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Can we really feel the benefits of nature through a screen?

Can we really feel the benefits of nature through a screen? | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
Scientists attempt to understand how best to bring the great outdoors to those stuck inside.
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Game developers’ tactics to overcome virtual reality’s problems

From battling motion sickness to creating a comfortable, wearable device, developers face challenges on multiple fronts.
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How Can Schools Prepare for VR/AR Integration?

How Can Schools Prepare for VR/AR Integration? | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
VR and AR are technologies that have the capacity to truly revolutionize education. Their immersive nature elevates the students’ learning experience, allowing them to absorb course material in ways that haven’t been done before. Marques Coleman notes that aside from the traditional way of learning within the four walls of a classroom, these technologies allow […]
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Virtual Reality: Realizing the Power of Experience, Excursion and Immersion in the Classroom

Virtual Reality: Realizing the Power of Experience, Excursion and Immersion in the Classroom | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
A framework for teaching with New York Times 360 V.R. videos, plus eight lesson plans for STEM and the humanities.
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Facebook boosts power and cuts price of VR headset

Facebook boosts power and cuts price of VR headset | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
The Oculus Quest 2 is also getting Assassin's Creed and Splinter Cell video games.
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VIRTUAL REALITY MAKING HOSPITAL LESS SCARY FOR CHILDREN

VIRTUAL REALITY MAKING HOSPITAL LESS SCARY FOR CHILDREN | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it

A hospital visit for the young ones is a scary prospect and it’s often not the procedure itself they fear. Studies have shown that kids worry about being separated from their loved ones and are frightened about what they will encounter during their time in hospital. As many as 2 in 3 kids will suffer from anxiety which can manifest in many ways including sleep disturbance, uncharacteristic behaviour and even depression. The more prepared kids are for their procedures the easier it is and VRemedies helps patients get ready for their visit in a fun, informative and interesting way. 

Using a virtual reality headset, child patients are given their own private preview of what to expect during their hospital visit. A friendly robot guides sick children through procedures such as radiation therapy, theatre – from pre-operation to recovery - MRI and CT scans and X-Ray. Because of its video game-like format and use of technology that is familiar and unthreatening to young people, VRemedies can help make upcoming visits considerably less daunting. Virtual reality technology allows children to be introduced to doctors and other medical professionals plus they can see and hear the clinical equipment and machines they will encounter on the day of their treatment. The robot goes through the procedure first so the child can watch and then they are encouraged to participate themselves. 

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Bringing Career Skills to Life in VR

Bringing Career Skills to Life in VR | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
At Fox Valley Technical College, students are using virtual reality to safely explore the inner workings of a diesel engine — while it is running.
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Improvement in knowledge was shown after students were able to work with the simulation of a diesel engine.  How exciting that must be to explore something that complex.  Imagine what advancements we could make in the classroom exploring animals habitats, adaptations, the transfer of energy, and much more.
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Virtual worlds – then, now and next –

Virtual worlds – then, now and next – | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
At Remagine Ventures, we are confident that virtual worlds and the metaverse can create massive economic opportunities to build new brands, drive commerce, and form the entertainment companies of t…...

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Virtual Reality Project

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Making Virtual Reality a Reality! Communication, teamwork, initiative, problem solving, resilience, planning and leadership are just some of the values […]
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Ecosphere documentary released on virtual reality for Facebook Oculus by Melbourne studio Phoria

Sharing a virtual reality (VR) headset with complete strangers is a sanitation nightmare in the world o
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'Haptic feedback' virtual reality Teslasuit can simulate everything from a bullet to a hug

'Haptic feedback' virtual reality Teslasuit can simulate everything from a bullet to a hug | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
A full-body haptic feedback suit simulates the world of touch and sensation — hot and cold, rough and smooth, pleasure and pain. So how real does it feel?
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PSVR2: Sony announces 'improved' PlayStation VR for PS5

PSVR2: Sony announces 'improved' PlayStation VR for PS5 | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
The games giant says PSVR2 will feature a less-cluttered set-up and numerous visual improvements.
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The History of Augmented and Virtual Reality

The History of Augmented and Virtual Reality | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
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The History of Augmented and Virtual Reality By 2022, 3.5 billion AR devices are expected to be in use. By 2020, …
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Apple to produce niche, expensive VR headset before moving on to AR

Apple to produce niche, expensive VR headset before moving on to AR | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
Apple’s first crack at a headset is apparently designed to be a pricey precursor to a more ambitious product.
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Virtual reality Physiotherapy, at home!

Virtual reality Physiotherapy, at home! | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it

The world may have changed – but that doesn’t mean life has to stop. That’s why we’ve partnered with XRhealth to provide you with treatment for a range of conditions, including pain, all from the comfort of your own home!

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VR architecture reveals stunning details, but can't always capture ambience

VR architecture reveals stunning details, but can't always capture ambience | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
With our travel wings clipped and cities under lockdown, heritage buildings have found new ways for us to fly over rooftops and zoom in on wallpaper.
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Facebook's virtual reality push is about data, not gaming

Facebook's virtual reality push is about data, not gaming | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
The Oculus Quest 2 headset is the latest step in the construction of a 'mirrorworld' built on high-tech surveillance and targeted advertising.
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Social VR, Facebook Horizon & The Future Of Social Media Marketing

Social VR, Facebook Horizon & The Future Of Social Media Marketing | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
The future of connection will push the boundaries of today's technology, one virtual world at a time. Social virtual reality is gaining steam and marketers should pay attention.
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Training your brain to relax on a virtual island

Training your brain to relax on a virtual island | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
A headset that can measure your brain's reaction to images could improve mental health.
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Virtual Reality in school education: Australia leads the way with groundbreaking research

Virtual Reality in school education: Australia leads the way with groundbreaking research | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
In 2016, I attended a meeting and fortuitously sat next to the (now retired) principal of Callaghan College who asked me what type of research I’d like to ...

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#ANewReality2020 - VR Higher Ed Event

June 25th & 26th, 2020, ACODE & Griffith University presented the 2nd #ANewReality event. The event is a chance for Australasian (& beyond) Higher Education Institutions to share, learn and connect a
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Ben Loveridge's talk has some good discussion around hygiene and COVID-19 when using VR headsets.

In the hospital settings we are using the Tuffie 5 wipes.
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Directions In Digital -  By Mikey Cunningham

Directions In Digital -  By Mikey Cunningham | Augmented, Alternate and Virtual Realities in Education | Scoop.it
VR, AR, MR and New Frontiers
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