Session Summaries of the VRARA Education Forum 2023
The VRARA Education Forum 2023 was held virtually on April 26th. Monika Theron had the opportunity to attend the sessions and gain insights from experts in the field. In this blog, we’ll be sharing some highlights with you. The full-day event was focused on...
Bridging the Gap Between Researcher and Developer When Developing Educational XR Applications | Recap Meetup #18
On December 17, 2022, we explored how researchers and developers work together on XR projects and how to approach an idea that can add value to an educational experience. Topics ranged from common pitfalls and how to avoid them to where to find funding. The meetup was hosted by and on the Media & Learning Association platform.
The Legal and Ethical Obligations of Implementing XR in Education
XR holds great potential for transforming education, offering novel and effective learning experiences, and is increasingly adopted by higher education institutions. There are, however, overlapping legal frameworks that apply when implementing XR, particularly data protection and intellectual property laws. Beyond legal obligations, ethical considerations are paramount.
The Role of Wearable Haptic Devices in XR | Recap Meetup #16
WEART develops wearable haptic devices that enable a naturalistic and comfortable interaction with virtual objects, surfaces, and materials, allowing people to grasp, touch, feel, and manipulate content. By implementing rich haptic feedback — a combination of forces, vibrations, and thermal cues — the experience is brought to a high level of realism, which is deemed crucial to engagement and effective learning.
Virtual and Augmented Reality Passenger Experiences | Recap Meetup #15
Aimed at radically improving passenger experiences by utilizing XR, ViAjeRo explores a range of AR and VR scenarios for different modes of transportation, focusing on entertainment, work, and collaboration activities.
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