Learning Futures

ASU FOLC Fest 2024 Part 5 - Student Panel

Episode Summary

In this final installment of the ASU FOLC Fest compendium Sean and Jake are joined by Frank Liu and three impressive students (Omkar, Ram, and Jiya) from the Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy to share their experiences on the Student VR Club - and share their thoughts about the future of learning.

Episode Notes

In this fun student conversation from the ASU FOLC Fest, Omkar, Ram, and Jiya (members of a student VR club) from Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy, led by PhD candidate Frank Liu share the transformative potential of virtual reality in education. Through engaging anecdotes and shared experiences, they discuss how VR technology enables immersive learning experiences beyond traditional classroom constraints, highlighting projects from virtual science experiments to a flight simulator that won a school science fair. The group's journey illustrates not just the technical skills gained but the profound impact of VR on fostering creativity, collaboration, and a deeper understanding of subjects among students. This discussion offers inspiration and practical advice for integrating emerging technologies into learning environments to make education more accessible and engaging for all.

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