Emory Craig
Interim CIO,
College of New Rochelle
SEM01A-Virtual Reality and the Future of Learning (separate registration is required)
Tuesday, October 25, 2016 | 8:00AM–11:30AM | Meeting Room 208A/B, Level Two
Session Type:
Additional Fee Program
Delivery Format:
Preconference Seminar
This experiential seminar will explore the learning opportunities afforded through the development of virtual reality devices, platforms, and experiences. The presenters will review projects that can be implemented in the classroom, makerspaces, innovation centers, and VR labs. Virtual reality offers immersive interactive experiences that create compelling learning resources and environments. These developments require innovation in pedagogy, learning space design, and institutional culture.
Outcomes: Evaluate developments in VR and learn about major technology, platforms, and content providers * Identify major projects and VR labs in higher education * Analyze how VR will transform text, narrative, and storytelling and foster new forms of student creativity
