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#145 immersionED
Sep 25, 2024
Chad Wilson, a visionary aiming to revolutionize history education with video games, shares his groundbreaking ideas. He discusses the immersive use of RPGs to teach historical events and how game-based learning can increase student engagement. Investors Cyan Banister, Charles Hudson, Elizabeth Yin, Mac Conwell, and Jesse Middleton weigh in with insights on funding innovative educational tech. The group explores the balance between accurate storytelling and technological advancements in creating compelling learning experiences.
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- Chad Wilson's Immersion Ed aims to revolutionize history education by using realistic video games to enhance student engagement and critical thinking skills.
- The company seeks to rapidly grow by leveraging a subscription-based model for schools and forming partnerships to access a wider network of educational institutions.
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Transforming History Education
The goal of Immersion Ed is to revolutionize the way history is taught in classrooms through the implementation of realistic video games. Founder Chad Wilson, inspired by his own experiences as a high school history teacher, aims to make history engaging by immersing students in historical scenarios, allowing them to learn through gameplay rather than traditional methods. By using video games, students can explore different perspectives and develop critical skills, making historical events more relatable and memorable. Research conducted by the company indicated that a significant majority of teachers favor utilizing these games over conventional educational materials, highlighting the growing demand for innovative teaching aids.
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