Facilitators:Gillian Dabrowski (Centre for Extended Learning) and Gwen Penner (Centre for Extended Learning)
Location: MC 2036
Description
This workshop is suitable for anyone interested in an introduction to Virtual Reality (VR). The presentation will focus on highlighting the affordances of VR through an overview of use cases (30+ examples) from education and various industries. You will learn about the difference between VR and other emerging technologies like Augmented Reality (AR) and Mixed Reality (MR). You will gain insight into 360 video, 3D graphics, Social applications, and VR viewing devices. You will also gain understanding of the challenges of VR. The presentation will end by suggesting how you might explore VR further for teaching and learning.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- summarize the differences between VR, AR and MR
- identify types of VR (360 video, 3D, and social applications)
- describe VR examples from education and industry (use cases)
- explain why you would want to use VR (affordances)
- reflect on applications of VR for teaching and learning in your classroom
- identify challenges of VR
Registration
Registration is required. CTE has a new registration system called GoSignMeUp. Before you can register for a workshop, you need to create an account (one time only). Once you've created an account, you can register for this workshop.
Cancellations
Many of our workshops have waiting lists, so if you've registered but can't attend, please cancel your registration well in advance through the registration system, so that someone else can fill your spot.
Accessibility
The University of Waterloo is committed to achieving barrier-free accessibility for persons with disabilities who are studying, working, or visiting at Waterloo. If you have questions concerning access, such as parking, building layouts, or obtaining information in alternative formats, or wish to request accommodations for a CTE workshop or event, please contact CTE via email (cte@uwaterloo.ca) or phone (ext. 33857) and include the session’s title and date. Our workshops typically involve a mix of presentation and discussion-based activities, and we encourage a scent-free environment. We also welcome accompanying assistants, interpreters, or note-takers; notify us if accommodations are needed in this regard. Please note that some accommodations may require time to arrange.