ClassVR
Description:
built for educational purposes: contains many educational content aligned with the curriculum
simple interface: easy to use by students
plenty of assistance with setting up and managing the system: : students cannot cheat or play video games with it since all devices can be monitored teachers
wireless + light weight feature: easy to set up, convenient to store and bring outdoors
support both virtual reality augmented reality in teh classroom
includes gesture controls for actions and navigation
price: $4,499.00
Impacts on students:
helps visualize and demonstrate dangerous experiments without actually having to perform it in person through simulated scenarios
eliminate harmful variables
making learning more enjoyable and efficient
making learning more accessible for students with disabilities
Impacts on teachers:
reduce chances of failed experiment
able to monitor all activities on these headsets from one main computer/device
attract students’ attention
creates interactive learning experiences
Disadvantages:
high cost
requires teacher training sessions
motion sickness (dizziness, nausea)
lack of social interaction
Bibliography:
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August 2020, L. E. 19. (n.d.). Best VR and AR Systems for Schools. TechLearningMagazine. https://www.techlearning.com/buying-guides/best-vr-and-ar-systems-for-schools
11 Virtual Reality Advantages And Disadvantages (2023). (2023, May 16). Simbott. https://simbott.com/virtual-reality-advantages-and-disadvantages/
VR in the classroom: benefits and drawbacks (2023, Feb 28). i3-technologies. https://www.i3-technologies.com/en/blog/stories/education/vr-in-the-classroom-benefits-and-drawbacks/