XR (extended reality)
XR is a developing technology in diverse fields. From education, research, medical education to defence is using XR. What are the possibilities, opportunities, and applications of extended reality for education and research?
XR on tour

XR can be a very good way to create special learning experiences for students.

From the publication XR in Education
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Case studies XR

Within XR, there are many practical examples of new ways of studying. In this way, students are further helped in practising practicals and real-life cases.

Students learn virtual pleading with PleitVRij

Student PleitVRij

At Utrecht University, law students emerge from a classroom in their gowns. They practise pleading in a virtual environment. This way, they can practice their speaking skills in a realistic way and learn from each other. Their first reaction; 'what a cool experience!'

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Students learn how to deal with fire with VR

Students from the Aviation Services course at Deltion College practise how to deal with a fire in an aircraft in a VR module.

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Designing the ideal campus

In Mercator City, RUG Spatial Sciences students design their ideal Zernike Campus. Roads can be modified, buildings removed or added and social safety improved, without a spa going to ground.

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Practising motivational interviewing with VR

The HAN has a VR module that allows students on care and social work courses to practise motivational interviewing.

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