Virtual Reality Applications in Education

School Education • 10 Day • €80

Preparation

Once accepted to the course, participants will be directed to an online platform where they will have access to basic information, articles, videos, VR/AR application examples and other resources related to virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), immersive learning and educational technologies. In this platform, they can learn about the pedagogical use of VR/AR technologies, different VR/AR application areas, interactive learning activities, student motivation and assessment.
Participants will receive a guidance document with case studies, lesson plans and assessment tools for VR/AR applications in education.
Prior to the course, an online meeting will be organized with the participants to share the course program, expectations, use of the online platform and other logistical information. Participants are expected to have basic computer skills and to review the materials sent prior to the course.

Course Description

This course aims to provide teachers, educators, and education professionals with the knowledge and skills to effectively use virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies to create experiential and immersive learning environments. The course will provide detailed information and practical applications on pedagogical use of VR/AR technologies, different VR/AR application areas (virtual field trips, simulations, gamification, 3D modeling), designing interactive learning activities, student motivation and engagement, collaborative learning, differentiated instruction, assessment and feedback, VR/AR application development and integration.

Objectives of the Course

To familiarize participants with VR/AR technologies and their potential in education.
Understand the pedagogical use of VR/AR applications and integrate them into different learning domains.
To integrate VR/AR applications into lessons by designing interactive learning activities.
Use VR/AR technologies to increase student motivation and engagement and promote active learning.
Support student learning by using VR/AR applications in cooperative learning activities.
To be able to respond to different learning needs by combining differentiated instructional methods with VR/AR applications.
To be able to use VR/AR applications evaluation and feedback methods effectively.
To gain basic knowledge and skills in VR/AR application development and integration.

Methodology

Interactive presentations and discussions
Group work and cooperative learning
Workshops and hands-on activities
VR/AR application experiences and review
Designing interactive learning activities
Review of sample lesson plans and activities
Introduction to VR/AR application development tools
Expert guest speeches
Online forums and discussion groups
Peer learning and feedback

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course;

Explain the potential of VR/AR technologies in education.
Understand the pedagogical use of VR/AR applications and integrate them into different learning domains.
Design interactive learning activities and integrate VR/AR applications into lessons.
Will be able to use VR/AR technologies to increase student motivation and engagement and promote active learning.
Support student learning by using VR/AR applications in cooperative learning activities.
Will be able to respond to different learning needs by combining differentiated instructional methods with VR/AR applications.
will be able to evaluate VR/AR applications and give feedback.
Will have basic knowledge and skills in VR/AR application development and integration.

Following

Participants will complete an online evaluation questionnaire at the end of the course and provide feedback on the effectiveness of the course.
After the course, participants will be able to stay in touch with each other and the trainers through the online platform, share their experiences and get support.
Participants will be encouraged to apply the acquired knowledge and skills in their own educational settings and to develop and share VR/AR applications.

Daily schedule of training activities:

Day 1

Welcome and introductions
Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR): Basic concepts and technologies
The potential of VR/AR applications in education
Activity: Watching and discussing videos about VR/AR technologies

Day 2

Pedagogical use of VR/AR applications
Learning theories and VR/AR integration
Activity: Reviewing VR/AR application examples, pedagogical evaluation

Day 3

VR/AR application areas 1: Virtual tours and simulations
Museums, historical sites, science labs, dangerous environments
Event Virtual tour and experience simulation applications

Day 4

VR/AR application areas 2: Gamification and 3D modeling
Educational games, interactive simulations, design and production
Activity: Using gamification and 3D modeling applications

Day 5

Designing interactive learning activities
Increasing student engagement with VR/AR applications
Activity Workshop on creating interactive learning activities

Day 6

Student motivation and engagement
Engaging student interest and active participation with VR/AR
Activity: Application of motivation techniques, student feedback

Day 7

Collaborative learning and VR/AR
Group work in virtual environment, joint projects
Activity: VR/AR supported cooperative learning activities

Day 8

Differentiated instruction and VR/AR
Learning styles, individual needs, adaptive learning
Activity: Using VR/AR applications for differentiated instruction

Day 9

Evaluation and feedback
Measuring the effectiveness of VR/AR applications, evaluating student performance
Activity: Creating assessment tools, rubric design

Day 10

Course evaluation and closing
Certificate ceremony and farewell
Activity: Feedback collection, future plans

Target Audience

This course is suitable for teachers, educators, school administrators and all professionals interested in virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) at preschool, primary, middle and high school levels.