Gaming in the Classroom Series – Virtual Reality as a Pedagogical Tool for Perspective-Taking

Virtual Reality as a Pedagogical Tool for Perspective-Taking

Date & Time: Thursday, September 19, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: 4th Floor, Cofrin Library
Facilitator: Dr. Alison Jane Martingano

This 90-minute session will demonstrate how Virtual Reality (VR) can be utilized to explore educational content from multiple theoretical perspectives and approaches. The workshop will include a practical demonstration, showcasing how immersive VR can be used in the classroom to engage with the same stimuli from varied perspectives. This seminar is designed to provide practical strategies for instructors interested in integrating VR into their teaching practices effectively, moving beyond gimmickry to substantial educational uses.