How can we use virtual reality to teach English?
British Council - Teaching English
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Is VR a Good Tool for Language Learning?
In the classroom, we have the same limitations. You have to imagine a lot as a student in the classroom imagining that you are now in an airport. And if you can be placed really in that environment, then it feels completely different. We know from research again that this kind of experiential active learning and being placed in that actual situation and environment helps memorability. Another important point for many students is that VR reduces anxiety because you're represented by an avatar. It's not really yourself, you know, that helps a lot.
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