Jessica Abel
Project Coordinator,
University of Texas at San Antonio
Anywhere but in the Lab: Exploring Applications for VR
Wednesday, October 16 | 5:00PM–5:45PM CT | W179a, Level 1
Session Type:
Breakout Session
Delivery Format:
Interactive Presentation
In this interactive presentation, we will discuss how UTSA OIT has addressed the challenges of integrating VR technology into pedagogy since 2009, how universities can mitigate hardware and content cost, and the impact of the VR educational experience on student engagement, success and, ultimately, competitiveness on the global market.
Outcomes: Learn about mitigating hardware and software costs for VR technology in the classroom * Explore the potential for VR content in STEM to improve student success and hirability * Identify options for purchasing and creating VR content and evaluating its pedagogical impact
Outcomes: Learn about mitigating hardware and software costs for VR technology in the classroom * Explore the potential for VR content in STEM to improve student success and hirability * Identify options for purchasing and creating VR content and evaluating its pedagogical impact
Presenters
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Vanessa Kenon
Associate Vice President Technology Compliance and Community Engagement, University of Texas at San Antonio -
Kendra Ketchum
Vice President for Information Management, University of Texas at San Antonio -
Trevor Nash
Training and Marketing Manager, University of Texas at San Antonio