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ImmerseCon: Shaping the Future of Language Learning in Virtual Spaces
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A free, two-day virtual conference that explores the current and future role of virtual reality and artificial intelligence in language learning.
A free, two-day virtual conference that explores the current and future role of virtual reality and artificial intelligence in language learning.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in interactive discussions, connect with Industry and Higher Ed experts, and gain insights into the latest advancements and research on VR and AI.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in interactive discussions, connect with Industry and Higher Ed experts, and gain insights into the latest advancements and research on VR and AI.
Schedule at a Glance
Schedule at a Glance
Thursday, February 15th
1:30 - 1:55 pm CST
Kickoff for ImmerseCon
Kickoff for ImmerseCon
Dr. Misty Wilson (Head of Education and Customer Support at Immerse), Quinn Taber (CEO of Immerse) & Dr. Tricia Thrasher (Research Manager at Immerse)
2:00-2:55 pm CST
Keynote Presentation
The Future of Language Learning Through the Lens of Mixed Reality
The Future of Language Learning Through the Lens of Mixed Reality
Prof. Euan Bonner (Technology Researcher and Media Literacy Lecturer at Kanda University of International Studies)
3:00 - 3:25 pm CST
Virtual Reality in High School Language Classrooms: A Case Study
Virtual Reality in High School Language Classrooms: A Case Study
Dr. Jenny Robins (German Teacher at University High School), Hillary Veitch (ESL Teacher at Rantoul Township High School), & Jessica Briggs (French Teacher at Mahomet-Seymour High School)
Moderated by Dr. Tricia Thrasher (Research Manager at Immerse)
3:30 - 3:55 pm CST
From Idea to Implementation: Creating Delightful Virtual Reality Learning Experiences
From Idea to Implementation: Creating Delightful Virtual Reality Learning Experiences
Jacob Furnari (Chief Product Officer at Immerse), Chris Guess (Lead 3D Artist at Immerse), & DK Simmons (Product Manager at Immerse)
Moderated by Daniel Decker (Director of Community Engagement at Immerse)
Break 3:55 - 4:15 pm CST
4:15 - 4:55 pm CST
A Deep Dive into Immerse: Aligning Curriculum Standards with Virtual Reality Lessons
A Deep Dive into Immerse: Aligning Curriculum Standards with Virtual Reality Lessons
Carla Consolini (Curriculum and Assessment Manager at Immerse) & Christina Cavage (Director of Language Programs at Immerse)
5:00 - 5:25 pm CST
What Does the Data Show? Insights from Two Research Studies
What Does the Data Show? Insights from Two Research Studies
Dr. Sangmin Michelle Lee (Professor at Kyung Hee University) & Dr. Wakako Kobayashi (Professor at Nihon University)
5:30 - 6:00 pm CST
Guided Immerse Tour
Guided Immerse Tour
Registration closed.
Friday, February 16th
1:30 - 1:55 pm CST
Founders' Coffee Chat
Founders' Coffee Chat
Quinn Taber (Chief Executive Officer at Immerse), Christian Rowe (Chief Growth Officer at Immerse), & Jacob Furnari (Chief Product Officer at Immerse)
Moderated by Dr. Misty Wilson (Head of Education and Customer Support at Immerse)
2:00-2:55 pm CST
Keynote Presentation
The AI Age: Flying Forward into Today
The AI Age: Flying Forward into Today
Prof. Brent Warner (Professor at Irvine Valley College)
3:00 - 3:25 pm CST
Efficacy Matters: Findings from Two Research Studies
Efficacy Matters: Findings from Two Research Studies
Dr. Marco Romano (Professor at International University of Rome) & Weijian (Michelle) Yan (Doctoral Student at Purdue University)
3:30 - 3:55 pm CST
The Role of Emerging Technologies in Higher Education
The Role of Emerging Technologies in Higher Education
Robyn Brinks Lockwood (Lecturer at Stanford University), Devin Ferreira (English Instructor at UCF Global), & Pamela Vittorio (Associate Teaching Professor at The New School)
Moderated by Christina Cavage (Director of Language Programs at Immerse)
Break 3:55 - 4:15 pm CST
4:15 - 4:55 pm CST
Keeping the Human in an AI-world: The Role of AI at Immerse
Keeping the Human in an AI-world: The Role of AI at Immerse
Dr. Misty Wilson (Head of Education and Customer Support at Immerse), Dylan Walch (Lead VR Developer at Immerse), & Xavier Apostol (VR Developer at Immerse)
5:00 - 5:25 pm CST
Teacher Tips: A Q&A Session with Immerse's Guides
Teacher Tips: A Q&A Session with Immerse's Guides
Immerse English, Spanish, and French Program Managers and Guides
Moderated by Miranda Novash (Immersive Learning Specialist at Immerse)
5:30 - 5:45 pm CST
Closing Remarks
Closing Remarks
Dr. Tricia Thrasher (Research Manager at Immerse)
Meet Our Guest Speakers
Meet Our Guest Speakers
Prof. Euan Bonner
Prof. Euan Bonner
Euan Bonner is a technology researcher and media literacy lecturer at the Centre for Learning and Teaching Innovation, Kanda University of International Studies, Japan. He specializes in studying emerging technologies and their possible uses within language education. As an application developer, he has created numerous research tools to aid in his research, utilizing technologies such as smartphones, web-apps, virtual reality, augmented reality, and large language model artificial intelligence. Euan has also led and collaborated on several projects funded by Japanese ministry of education grants, exploring VR, AR and makerspaces in language learning and measuring real-time student engagement in the classroom. Originally from the Isle of Skye Scotland, he grew up in Newcastle, Australia and has now lived in Tokyo for over 15 years.
Prof. Brent Warner
Prof. Brent Warner
Brent Warner is an award-winning community college professor focusing on integrating technology and innovation into the language learning process. He works with teachers and organizations across the globe to provide practical advice for helping English Language Learners take advantage of tech to help them communicate more clearly. He blogs about technology integration in the ESOL classroom for TESOL International, and he is the co-host of The DIESOL Podcast, focusing on innovation in ESOL. He also recently launched AIinESL.com, a site focused on helping teachers understand how we can use Artificial Intelligence in the language learning classroom.
Dr. Wakako Kobayashi
Dr. Wakako Kobayashi
Dr. Wakako Kobayashi received an Ed.D. in TESOL from Temple University in the USA. She is currently a professor at Nihon University in Tokyo and serves as the vice director at Global Research and Education Center there. Her interests include sociocultural theory, extensive reading, and the implementation of COIL.
Dr. Sangmin-Michelle Lee
Dr. Sangmin-Michelle Lee
Dr. Sangmin-Michelle Lee received her Ph.D. in Language Education from Pennsylvania State University, USA. She is currently Professor of Global Communication at Kyung Hee University, Korea. She has published extensively on language learning in a technology-enhanced learning environment, machine translation, L2 writing, game-based learning, and digital creativity.
Dr. Marco Romano
Dr. Marco Romano
Dr. Marco Romano, Associate Professor of Computer Science at the International University of Rome - UNINT, coordinates research on virtual and augmented realities for enhanced education. With Ph.D.s in Computer Science (Italy) and Computer Engineering (Spain), his focus includes HCI and the impact of emerging technologies on people's quality of life.
Weijian (Michelle) Yan
Weijian (Michelle) Yan
Weijian (Michelle) Yan is Ph.D student in Learning Design and Technology program at Purdue. She is interested in integrating emerging technologies, especially VR into second language learning and teaching, language testing and cross-cultural communications. She is also investigating how to adopt system thinking perspective to design immersive learning experience.
Dr. Jenny Robins
Dr. Jenny Robins
Dr. Jenny Robins teaches German 1, 2, 3, and 4 at Uni High in Urbana, IL and recently earned her PhD from the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich in the fields of applied linguistics and language theory. In addition to teaching German, Jenny has extensive experience in teaching English as a foreign language. She is always interested in applying new technology in foreign language classes.
Hillary Veitch
Hillary Veitch
Hillary Veitch has been an educator for 10 years and has been a part of the Rantoul Township High School Language team for 2 years. She currently teaches ESL 1, ESL 2, and ELL Resource.
Jessica Briggs
Jessica Briggs
Jessica Briggs is currently teaching French at Mahomet - Seymour High School in Central Illinois. She teachers novice to advanced learners (French 2 - AP) and has been experimenting integrating VR activities into her classroom.
Robyn Brinks Lockwood
Robyn Brinks Lockwood
Robyn Brinks Lockwood is a Lecturer at Stanford University. She teaches academic courses to international students. She is also a textbook writer and teacher trainer whose publications include two books on flipped classrooms.
Devin Ferreira
Devin Ferreira
Devin Ferreira has been an ESL Instructor at UCF’s Intensive English Program (IEP) for the past 9 years. He is currently an Associate Instructor and teaches a variety of academic skills to students across all levels and cultures, and has recently introduced VR into his language classroom.
Pamela Vittorio
Pamela Vittorio
Pamela Vittorio is an Associate Teaching Professor at The New School, Parsons School of Design. She teaches Advanced English to multi-lingual, international students. She has authored several ESL and TOEFL textbooks and scripted educational videos for major publishing companies.
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