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EdSurge Podcast
How VR Can Be an ‘Empathy Machine’ for Education
Apr 9, 2024
Maya Georgieva, a VR expert, discusses using VR in education to evoke emotions with immersive experiences. Topics include empathy, metaverse, and ethical considerations. A highlight is a VR project on bee populations' impact, showcasing VR as an empathy machine.
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- VR in education aims to evoke emotional responses for immersive learning experiences.
- AI in XR allows for personalized, interactive storytelling but raises ethical concerns around data privacy.
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Immersive VR Experience: Learning the Impact of Pesticides on Bees
Students at the New School in New York City created a virtual reality experience that takes users to an almond farm in California to showcase the damaging effects of pesticides on bee colonies. Participants can become a bee in the VR world to witness firsthand the struggles of the bee colony when pesticides are used to protect trees, offering a unique learning perspective.
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