Virtual and Augmented Reality

Imagine bringing the whole world into your classroom! That's what virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) can do. VR puts you in a completely different place, like walking on Mars or exploring the Amazon rainforest, all without leaving your seat. AR, on the other hand, adds digital things to the real world, like seeing a dinosaur appear in your classroom. These tools are super cool for learning because they make it more fun and interesting. But the best part is how VR and AR can help students work together with kids from other countries. Imagine students in America teaming up with students in Japan to build a virtual city, or kids in Africa exploring ancient Rome with students in Europe. VR and AR let them share the same space and work on projects together, even if they're thousands of miles apart. Tools like Veative and Nearpod have VR lessons that teachers can use, and YouTube 360 videos let you explore different cultures and places. By using these tools, students can learn about different cultures, practice teamwork, and solve problems together, all while having a blast. It's like they're building bridges across the world, one virtual experience at a time! This helps them become better global citizens, ready to work with anyone, anywhere.

A useful tool I have discovered and found helpful that is in relationship with global collaboration is called 'AI Innovation with Delightex - #31DaysofARVRinEDU Quick Tips' by Jamie Donally. I find Delightex to be an exciting tool that really transforms the way students learn through augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR). It uses artificial intelligence (AI) in a fantastic way, especially with its feature called Skybox AI. This allows students to create their own 360-degree backgrounds for projects just by typing in what they want. For example, if a student is studying marine life, they can simply enter "underwater scene," and the AI will generate a beautiful virtual ocean environment for them to explore. What I love most about this technology is how it encourages global collaboration among students. Imagine classrooms around the world using Delightex to work together on projects! Students in one country could design a virtual representation of their local culture while collaborating with peers from another country who are creating something entirely different. They can share ideas, learn from each other, and build connections across borders. The ease of creating these immersive environments means they can focus more on teamwork and creativity rather than getting stuck on technical details. In my view, tools like Delightex not only make learning fun but also help foster understanding and friendship between young people from diverse cultures, making our world feel a little smaller and more connected.

Here is the website: https://www.arvrinedu.com/post/ai-innovation-with-delightex-31daysofarvrinedu-quick-tips