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Putman Podcast PopsInside the Innovation: XR Pioneers Changing the Game with Craig FrehlichIn this episode, host Shannon Putman interviews Craig Frehlich, an educator with decades of experience. They discuss Craig's journey into VR technology in education, the challenges and benefits of integrating VR in classrooms, and some amusing and insightful personal anecdotes. The conversation also covers practical advice on how to introduce new tech to educators, ensuring it's a tool rather than a replacement.Links:Putman XR ConsultingLinkedIn: @DrShannonPutmanLinkedIn: @CraigFrehlichCraig Frehlich Consulting
2025-03-2623 min
VR in EducationEpisode 141-VR training and Development with MotiveHello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore how virtual reality is transforming teaching and learning. Today, we’re exploring the evolution of VR training—how organizations are moving beyond traditional, developer-heavy approaches to scalable, no-code solutions that put control back into the hands of training experts. To help us unpack this, we’re thrilled to welcome Peter Wittig, the Director of Customer Experience & Co-founder at Motive.io. Motive has been at the forefront of revolutionizing VR training, making it easier for organizations to create, update, and scale immersive learning experiences without relyin...
2025-03-0548 min
WTFFF?! 3D Printing Podcast Volume Two: 3D Print Tips | 3D Print Tools | 3D Start PointThe Design Cycle: Design Process Education Through 3D Printing with Craig FrehlichWhen we give kids credit for their creativity and trust them with the skills they learned from us, amazing things happen. Craig Frehlich witnessed this from his students. What’s more surprising is when his students were taught the design cycle of 3D printing, instead of designing plastic phone cases they thought of stuff that have more meaning, use and impact. He knows that it will just be a matter of time before their meaningful ideas evolve to a level of efficacy that will help people’s lives. Craig explains the two pieces of the their design process education that focu...
2025-03-0535 minVR in EducationEpisode 139- Curiosity Unleashed: How CuriosityXR is Redefining Learning in Mixed RealityHello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore how virtual reality is transforming teaching and learning. We are thrilled to have Aaditya Vaze, the CEO and founder of CuriosityXR, joining us today. CuriosityXR is a groundbreaking mixed-reality app that allows learners to ask an AI expert questions and receive 3D models, images, and immersive visuals to deepen their understanding. Instead of passively consuming information, students can explore, interact, and spark new inquiries—making learning more engaging and dynamic. Today, we’ll dive into how mixed reality is reshaping education, the power of curi...
2025-02-1837 minVR in EducationEpisode 138- Evolving an Immersive Learning Program in Higher EDHello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore how virtual reality is transforming teaching and learning. We are thrilled to have Mary Lee Carter, Immersive Teaching and Learning Specialist at Parker University, join us on today’s show. Mary Lee has been a key driver in implementing groundbreaking VR initiatives at Parker, including the development of a digital twin of the campus and expanding VR integration in healthcare programs. In this episode, we’ll delve into her journey, what inspired her to embrace VR, and how her role has evolved since she bega...
2025-02-1336 minVR in EducationEpisode 137- Immersive Learning Redefined: Storytelling, Ethics and AIHello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore the use of virtual reality in teaching and learning. Today, we are thrilled to welcome Dr. Keith Heggart, Senior Lecturer at the University of Technology Sydney and Director of the Centre for Research on Education in a Digital Society. Dr. Heggart is a leading voice in immersive education, combining his expertise in pedagogy, ethics, and technology to explore how virtual reality can transform learning experiences. Our conversation will delve into the emotional and ethical power of immersive storytelling, the evolving integration of artificial intelligence...
2025-01-2147 minVR in EducationEpisode 136- Interactive Learning Evolved: Clark Aldrich on Simulations and VRHello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore the use of virtual reality in teaching and learning. Today,In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Clark Aldrich, a leading voice in the world of educational simulations and author of Simulations and the Future of Learning and Short Sims: A Game Changer. Clark has been at the forefront of reimagining how we learn by doing, championing simulations as powerful tools for building real-world skills, competency, and conviction. Together, we’ll dive into the synergy between simulations and Virtual Reality, discussing how these...
2024-12-3042 minVR in EducationEpisode 135- Ready, Set, VR: The Power of Feasibility Studies for Successful AdoptionHello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore the use of virtual reality in teaching and learning. Today, we’re diving into the often-overlooked yet essential first step before adopting virtual reality into your business or institution: conducting a feasibility study. A feasibility study is your roadmap to understanding whether VR aligns with your goals, resources, and long-term vision. It’s about assessing not just the technology’s potential but also your organization’s readiness, from technical infrastructure to staff training and scalability. We’ll explore why this step saves you time, money, and...
2024-12-1220 minVR in EducationEpisode 134- Educators in VR and Sustaining a CommunityHello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore the use of virtual reality in teaching and learning. Today, we’re thrilled to be joined by Lorelle VanFossen co-founder and director of Educators in VR. Educators in VR is a global community connecting educators, researchers, and trainers to promote immersive learning through VR, AR, and MR technologies. With members worldwide, the organization bridges academia and industry, hosting weekly events and training. Educators in VR has produced well over 4,000 events, workshops, and training for over 70,000 participants and preparing them for the future of spatial tech...
2024-11-0855 minVR in EducationEpisode 133- BrainmanVR and Pizza MathsHello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore the use of virtual reality in teaching and learning. Today, we’re thrilled to be joined by Dr Richard Lewis, CEO of BrainmanVR and co-creator of Pizza Maths. BrainmanVR is at the forefront of developing innovative VR learning experiences, focusing on engaging students in immersive and interactive ways. With their expertise in creating cutting-edge educational simulations, BrainmanVR has crafted Pizza Maths, a dynamic virtual experience that makes math learning fun and relatable by using pizza-making as a context for solving math problems. We’ll be d...
2024-10-2452 minVR in EducationEpisode 132- Learning Experience Design, Engagement and its Intersection with VRHello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore the use of virtual reality in teaching and learning. Today, we’re thrilled to be joined by Clark Quinn who has an impressive background in Learning science and learning experience design. Clark has written several impactful books, including "Make It Meaningful: Taking Learning Design from Instructional to Transformational," "Learning Science for Instructional Designers: From Cognition to Application," and "Engaging Learning_ Designing e-Learning Simulation Games." With numerous accolades for his innovative contributions to instructional design and educational technology, Clark is recognized as a leading consultant and...
2024-09-2644 minVR in EducationEpisode 131- AR and Immersive LearningHello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore the use of Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality in teaching and learning. Today, we’re thrilled to be joined by two incredible pioneers in experiential learning. Irina Paraschivoiu is the COO and strategist for Polycular and Thomas Layer-Wagner the CEO and Founder of Polycular. They both co-initiated and developed Escape Fake, a multiple-awarded augmented reality experience for teaching media literacy. We are excited to have them today to talk about their immersive learning experience. For more information check out https://escapefake.org/ and https://www.p...
2024-09-1748 minVR in EducationEpisode 130- Immersive Learning In AgricultureHello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore the cutting edge of virtual reality in teaching and learning. Today, we’re thrilled to be joined by two incredible leaders in immersive technology for agriculture, Tim Gentle, founder of Think Digital, and Kat Bidstrup, CEO of Think Digital. Tim has been a driving force in advancing immersive tech in agriculture, while Kat has been a passionate trailblazer, helping people gain a deeper understanding and respect for the agricultural industry through digital innovation. To learn more check out www.think.digital , www.cattlevr.com, and...
2024-09-1338 minVR in EducationEpisode 129-Exploring the Future of AI Avatars in EducationWelcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education! In today's solo episode, we delve into the innovative world of AI avatars and their potential in the educational landscape. Our host shares his firsthand experience beta testing Victory XR's new AI avatar platform and compares it to other non-avatar AI tools.
First, we explore the capabilities of non-avatar AI platforms like School AI and AI Tutor Pro, highlighting their strengths and limitations. These platforms offer various options for creating engaging learning experiences and supporting students, but they lack the immersive quality of AI avatars.
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2024-09-0224 minVR in EducationEpisode 128-Can VR Simulation Assesss Clinical CompetenceHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we are fortunate to have Kimberly Workum. Kim is a Certified Nurse Educator, Simulation Educator, and VR Consultant. She is the Director of the Clinical Competence Assessment Centre and Digital Strategies at the College of Nursing for the University of Manitoba. We are excited to have her on the show today to discuss the global nursing shortages and the innovative solutions being implemented to address these challenges.
2024-08-1344 minVR in EducationEpisode 127- The Evolution of Nursing Simulation with VRHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we are fortunate to have Will Kirkpatrick. Mr. Kirkpatrick, a certified Family Nurse Practitioner and game developer, leads technology innovation and nursing simulation development at Tactile VR. In 2021, he founded Tactile VR to revolutionize nursing education by addressing critical gaps in the transition to practice and enhancing preparedness for real-world scenarios. His dual expertise also allows him to improve nursing instructor tools through AI moderation in simulations, promoting more effective teaching methods.
2024-06-2846 minVR in EducationEpisode 126-The Importance of Play in VR and Learning with Kyle MorrandHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we are fortunate to have Kyle Morrand, CEO of 302 Interactive on the show. His journey is nothing short of inspiring, having transformed 302 Interactive from a side business into a powerhouse in immersive technology. What excites me most about having Kyle on the show is his innovative approach to learning through play. His work spans various impactful projects, from VR physical therapy programs for children to AR products aiding language learning and supporting people with nonverbal autism. Kyle...
2024-06-2133 minVR in EducationEpisode 125- Conversational AI Avatars for LearningHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have the pleasure of talking Steve Grubbs CEO of VictoryXR. Steve is no stranger to this podcast as he was on the show years ago for episode Episode 57, which was Dec. 2020, where we talked about how 3d spatial platforms were superior for learning than Zoom. Steve is here this time to talk about a new feature that VictoryXR is rolling out to members, AI avatars.
2024-06-1935 minVR in EducationEpisode 124-Curating Content and Empathy with SkillsVRWelcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today, we have the pleasure of talking to Shawnee Baughman, the Content Development Manager for SkillsVR. Shawnee shares her extensive background in VR, starting from her academic journey at Stanford University to her professional experience at the Stanford Virtual Human Interaction Lab.
In this episode, Shawnee discusses fascinating research studies on VR's impact on pro-social and environmental behavior, including a unique experiment involving avatars and coal-eating. She also sheds light on her current work at SkillsVR, explaining...
2024-05-2740 minVR in EducationEpisode 123-Exploring the Power of 3D Modeling in Education with Anita WielgoszWelcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. In this episode, we are thrilled to have Anita Wielgosz, an expert 3D modeler, virtual world builder, and sculptor, join us. Anita shares her journey into the world of VR, from her early days of sculpting with plasticine to becoming a leading figure in 3D modeling for education.
Anita discusses the importance of using 3D models in teaching and learning, emphasizing how mediums like Play-Doh and Lego bricks can enhance students' understanding of spatial relationships and engage...
2024-05-2339 minVR in EducationEpisode 122- XR Tools for Education and XR Docs with Eric ChamberlinHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have the pleasure of talking to Eric Chamberlin. He is an educator with extensive experience in technology integration and learning design. I'm especially interested in this talk because Eric's expertise in learning design resonates deeply with me. He is here today to talk about implementing XR into learning effectively.
2024-04-3047 minVR in EducationEpisode 121- Using VR for Medical Literacy with HouseCall VRWelcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. HouseCall VR, founded by Delaware podiatrist Dr. Linda Ciavarelli, is a leading immersive hub for sharing information in VR. Linda is here today to talk more about her groundbreaking approach to patient medical literacy and engagement.
2024-04-1930 minVR in EducationEpisode 120-Mixed Reality for Learning with Newton’s RoomHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have the pleasure of talking to Horacio Torrendell, the visionary CEO and Founder of Treeview VR/AR. We are excited to have him today to explore the innovative world of Newton’s Room, Treeview’s latest mixed-reality app designed to transform how we learn physics. This cutting-edge platform invites users to engage with immersive physics puzzles that dynamically adapt to their physical surroundings, employing Newton's laws of physics in challenging and interactive ways.
2024-04-1843 minVR in EducationEpisode 119- Rethinking XR Deployment in the Classroom with ReframeXRHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have the pleasure of talking to Jonathan Teske, who is the founder and CEO of ReframeXR. Jonathan has been a pioneer in XR for education. He was a product manager and the Future for Education lead at Meta for over four years. Jonathan also worked for Discovery Education as a Product Manager and was a highly accomplished Math and ESL leader.
2024-03-2645 minVR in EducationEpisode 118- Curating Educational Content For MetaHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have the pleasure of talking to Anand Dass lead of VR/AR applications for Meta and a huge community builder and connector in the XR space. In this episode, we will discuss his philosophy and approach to educational apps and talk about curating educational experiences.
2024-03-1454 minVR in EducationEpisode 117- Immersive VR Onboarding in Banking with AequilibriumHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have the pleasure of talking to Adrian Moise, founder and CEO at Aequilibrium. They help clients with innovation, digital transformation and optimization by building custom tech solutions for progressive customers in a variety of sectors.
2024-02-2840 minVR in EducationEpisode 116- Safety and Identity in Virtual worlds with Nina Jane PatelHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have the pleasure of talking to Nina Jane Patel, As the distinguished President of Research & Safety and a pivotal Co-Founder at Kabuni, she is known as a visionary and authority in the realm of emerging technologies, including XR. She is an expert in championing safe, responsible integration of these groundbreaking technologies in the education sector. Nian has an impressive resume which includes being a regular feature on leading media platforms such as the BBC and CNN...
2024-02-1940 minVR in EducationEpisode 115- Use VR for Social Good, Vehicles for Change VRHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have the pleasure of talking to Geoff Crawford, and Ashleigh Johnson from Vehicles for Change VR. Vehicles of Change-VR, a collaboration between Vehicles for Change and HTX Labs, has revolutionized automotive technician training through an immersive virtual reality program. The program offers a dynamic, virtual garage environment where learners can interact with tools, machinery, and equipment. It provides practical, in-demand automotive skills and enables students to earn ASE certifications. The podcast will delve into how this...
2024-02-0949 minVR in EducationEpisode 114- Explayn Chemistry VRHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have the pleasure of talking to François Lagunas. Francois is Chief Technology Officer at Explayn Chemistry. He is here today to discuss their latest VR app, a groundbreaking tool transforming how we learn chemistry.
2024-02-0531 minVR in EducationEpisode 113- VR For the Kentucky Education SystemHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have the pleasure of talking to Dr. Shannon Putman. Dr. Putman, an esteemed special education teacher and VR expert with over a decade of classroom experience, is spearheading a project for the Kentucky Department of education that will involve the deployment of over 5000 VR headsets. She is here today to talk more about this remarkable assignment. Dr. Putman was previously on the show in episode 31 to talk about her VR experience Brain Drain and her work...
2024-02-0237 minVR in EducationEpisode 112- Scaling VR to An Entire CountryHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have the pleasure of talking to Dr. Carl Boel. Dr. Boel is a researcher and expert in e-learning and XR. He is also the co-founder and CPO of Dexr, an accessible platform offering immersive learning experiences that are not only effective but also motivating. Solving the problem of XR adoption and scalability in small schools or districts is challenging, how about doing it for an entire country? His team recently wrote a comprehensive paper that was...
2024-01-1256 minVR in EducationEpisode 111- VR Film SchoolHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have the pleasure of talking to Jon Gress, the CEO of The Metaverse Construction company and founder of The Metaverse Film School, “The World’s First Fully Immersive Metaverse Film School”! The film school started classes this year using the Engage VR platform. One of the most challenging aspects of teaching film curricula is balancing the theoretical and practical components of filmmaking. Instructors need to provide comprehensive knowledge of film theory, history, and aestheti...
2023-12-291h 10VR in EducationEpisode 110- Designing VR Applications for Industrial TrainingHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have the pleasure of talking to Dmitry Scheglov CEO of GWPro. GWPro focuses on industrial-type simulations and learning engagements sometimes we call them “Hard skills training”.
2023-12-1443 minVR in EducationEpisode 109- Planning and Delivering an XR ConferenceHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have the pleasure of talking to Bradley Chesham. Brad is the CEO of Bundle of Rays and has been instrumental in pushing XR in Healthcare. Brad is a thought leader in how immersive learning should be deployed to maximize health case outcomes. His focus on using immersive learning tools related to XR has been impressive. His recent pursuit of a PHD whilst running a busy start-up is a testimony to his passion for th...
2023-11-2043 minVR in EducationEpisode 108- Enhancing Adult Education Through VRHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have the pleasure of talking to Mary Walsh O’Shea. Mary has been a pioneer in reshaping the landscape of healthcare education through virtual reality. Mary's journey began in the rich soil of adult literacy, where she fostered growth as both a tutor and a beacon for innovative learning spaces. Her passion for immersive education led her to orchestrate a groundbreaking VR initiative which we are going to talk more about today.
2023-11-0952 minVR in EducationEpisode 107- VR To Enhance Learning Outcomes in Welding and FabricationHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have the pleasure of talking to Craig Scott and David Sime. Craig has been teaching welding for nearly a decade following over twenty years of experience in industry. He is an advocate of utilizing virtual reality in education and has worked with many companies including Lincoln Electric and Seabury. David is the CTO and Co-Director of Riiot Digital and a top voice in the field of XR. I have been following David’s post...
2023-10-2954 minVR in EducationEpisode 106- The Making of Nano, A VR Educational GameHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of using virtual reality to enhance learning. Today we are unpacking the topic of experiential learning through gamification. We have the pleasure of talking to David Sarno, Founder and CEO at Lighthaus Inc and Emily O’Neal, Creative Director at Lighthaus Inc. YOu can learn more at https://vr-sci.com/nanocell-reality-check/
2023-10-2443 minVR in EducationEpisode 105-Using VR to Tackle Rigorous CurriculumHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have the pleasure of talking to Nathan O’Grady. Nathan is the Virtual Reality Lead at King's InterHigh. In a world where many teachers are still delivering lessons in a traditional model of lecture, worksheet, and test, Nathan has committed to providing greater variety in lesson delivery at his school.
2023-10-2038 minVR in EducationEpisode 104- Understanding Generative Ai for Immersive Learning at TalespinHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have the pleasure of talking to Joe Millward. Joe is the General Manager at Talespin a world-leading Immersive Technology Platform company. In this role, he is responsible for developing the APAC market.
2023-10-0528 minVR in EducationEpisode 103- Learning, VR and Feelings with Nick Shackleton-JonesHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have a special guest with us. Joining us is Nick Shackleton-Jones,. He has a 30-year track record of shaping future learning approaches for numerous public and private organizations. Winner of several awards for people development strategy, innovation, and learning content, including the Learning & Performance Institute’s Award for Services to the Learning Industry, 2017 Nick is also the author of ‘How People Learn”.
2023-09-2134 minVR in EducationEpisode 102-Synchronous Language Learning in VRHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we dive deep into the world of virtual reality for teaching and learning. Today we have a special guest with us. Joining us is Misty Wilson, the Head of Education and Customer Support at Immerse, a groundbreaking company that offers immersive language learning experiences in virtual reality.
2023-09-0130 minVR in EducationEpisode 101-VR to Future-proof StudentsHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. Preparing students to navigate the evolving education landscape is paramount in an era of rapid and unpredictable change. Technological advancements and cultural shifts reshape industries and opportunities at an unprecedented pace. By equipping students with adaptable skills, critical thinking, and a growth mindset, we empower them to thrive amidst uncertainty. In today’s episode, we are talking with Lucie Coudret, a VR consultant and career coach using VR to enable students to be future-ready. She has been involved in developing and deploying VR internships and honing VR soft skills
2023-08-2131 minVR in EducationEpisode 100- Scaling a Virtual Reality Charter SchoolHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are exploring the efficacy of using VR for schooling. We know VR can be a powerful medium to engage students and unlock deeper conceptual understanding, but is it possible to anchor this tool into a school’s mission and vision? Adam Mangana, M.Ed is the Chief Product Officer and a founder of Optima Ed, an Education Experience company focused on creating standards-aligned Virtual Reality Curriculum. Mr. Mangana has over 15 years of experience in education technology. He has also launched the world’s first Virt...
2023-08-1136 minVR in EducationEpisode 99- VR to Educate Law StudentsHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are exploring the efficacy of using VR to help educate law students. One company, Law School Ai firmly believes that the traditional methods of teaching law can be enhanced by embracing cutting-edge technology. By stepping into the virtual shoes of lawyers and participating in carefully curated mock VR trials, students will gain invaluable hands-on experience. On today's show, we are fortunate to talk with Garrison English and Kyle Brookover, the Co-founders of Law School Ai. You can find them on LinkedIn and twitter/X. Also...
2023-08-0733 minVR in EducationEpisode 98- Is VR Here to Stay in Education?Hello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are exploring the issue of why vr adoption continues to be slow but steady in many schools. On our show today we have Jusint Kosek. Justin is starting a new position as Innovation Coach in the West Milwaukee school district. He has also been a teacher in this same district for several years. Justin is here today to talk about his experiences with VR adoption and his vision for the future.
2023-07-0546 minVR in EducationEpisode 97- VR to Educate People about The EarthWelcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are so fortunate to talk to Dr. Louise Edwards about vr content creation. She has her PhD in Earth Science and has climbed many volcanoes. Dr. Edwards has taught high school, conducted research, and developed strong skills in unity for VR development. But, probably the most poignant part of her biography is that she has started a VR consulting company called DredwardsVR Consulting that helps people build a profound relationship with the planet through VR. You can check out her work at https://foundinthefjords.org/
2023-06-1241 min
The Eduverse EnigmaEduverse Podcast- Education In The 21st Century with Craig FrehlichWelcome back to the 9th episode of The Eduverse Enigma Podcast. This week's special guest is Craig Frehlich, a VR consultant teaching at the Mulgrave School. This episode we’ll be diving into education in the 21st century, The latest VR and AI technologies, and how robot teachers are taking over. You won't want to miss it!
About Craig:
Craig Frehlich is an education expert with a passion for immersive technologies and a knack for designing engaging learning experiences. With over 25 years of experience in education, Craig brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to th...
2023-06-0755 minVR in EducationEpisode 96- Revisting Content Creation in VRHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are so fortunate to talk to Emilie Joly and Kwaku Aning. Emilie has been on the show before and is one of our most listened-to episodes. She is the CEO of a VR content creation application called Zoe. Kwaku Aning is an educator, connector, deep thinker and VR pioneer, who has a wealth of experience working with students and teachers on VR content creation and design thinking.
2023-04-0642 minVR in EducationEpisode 95- The struggles to Scale VR in a SchoolHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are on a mission to understand more about how easy or difficult it is to scale up the use of VR and immersive learning in a school. Today on the show we have Jason Ward. Jason is High School Chemistry Teacher, Educational Technologist, EdD Candidate, Screenwriter and has been working hard to get immersive VR into his school just outside Boston. You can reach Jason on twitter @jasonwardtech.
2023-03-2236 minVR in EducationEpisode 94- VR for Immersive Learning with Monica ArésHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are on a mission to unpack more layers of immersive learning. Monica Arés is an expert in Immersive Learning. As a Harvard Graduate School of Education alumna, former math educator, curriculum developer, and planetarium director, Monica is at the forefront of how emerging technology like VR can be used to enhance learning. We are excited to have her on the show today. You can connect with Monica at https://www.monicaares.com/.
2023-03-1635 minVR in EducationEpisode 93- VR to Reduce Stress and Anxiety with ReulayHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are interviewing Dr. Srini Pillay, the chief medical officer and co-founder of Reulay. Reulay is a video, XR, and metaverse solution for the reduction of stress, anxiety, and stress-related diseases. We are fortunate to have Dr Pillay on the show today as he has an impressive resume as it pertains to reducing stress and anxiety. He has written several books and is an expert in cognitive mindset which has undoubtedly positioned him well for VR and his work with Reulay.
2023-03-0128 minVR in EducationEpisode 92- VR Training in the Hospitality IndustryHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are looking at how VR might enhance learning and development in the hospitality industry. This industry relies heavily on social skills and procedural learning. Both these two areas lend themselves well for using VR and virtual worlds to improve training and development. We have invited Tracy Cosgrove on the show to talk about her extensive experience using VR for hospitality training. Check out tracy's website at https://vrhti.com/.
2023-02-2832 minVR in EducationEpisode 91- Virtual Speech and ChatGPT3Hello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are looking at how AI might be used in virtual worlds for education. We have heard a lot over the last few weeks about how intuitive and responsive ChatGTP3 has been. So, we have invited Sophie Thompson, CEO and founder of Virtual Speech to talk to us. Virtual Speech is a VR soft skills training platform that allows users to hone several 21st century skills related to communication. They recently announced they have added ChatGTP3 to some of their course offerings.
2023-01-2025 minVR in EducationEpisode 90- Ways to Sustain VR in Your InstitutionHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we explore a recent post I did on LinkedIn. In the posting I talked about 4 ways to keep your VR lab or program from suffering a slow death. Some of the strategies to sustain a VR lab and program might be: 1. Work closely with instructors and educators on how to integrate Virtual Worlds that connect to bigger concepts within their curriculum. 2. Refrain from “type-casting” the VR lab and headsets to just one department or section within your school. 3. Scale up professional development that teaches educators how...
2023-01-1531 minVR in EducationEpisode 89- The Efficacy of Using VR for Medical NeedsHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are looking at how the medical industry is using Virtual worlds to educate each other. From virtual conferences, to learning from experienced doctors, to practicing real-life procedures and scenarios, the metaverse has huge potential for doctors. Today, we have invited Dr. Steven Houston III who is a Vitreoretinal surgeon and founder of METAMED. And we also have Dr. Eric Rosenberg who is a Cornea, Cataract, and Refractive Surgeon and Co-Founder of MetaMEd.
2023-01-1149 minVR in EducationEpisode 88- Time to Break up The Lecture in Higher ED Using VRHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are looking at how VR might enhance Higher Education. The primary form of instruction for many college and university classes is via lecture. This methodology might leave some students unengaged and bored. So, how can professors break up their lectures and provide more active learning modalities in the lessons? On the show we are talking with Gary Burnett. Gary does research and teaching related to human Factors/Ergonomics within the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Nottingham.
2023-01-0552 minVR in EducationEpisode 87-Exploring New Frontiers: Speech and Debate in VRHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we explore the frontiers of speech and debate in the Virtual World. Covid pushed many schools to participate in Speech and Debate via video conferencing through zoom or google meet. Even though covid has slowed down, many speech and debate tournaments continue to offer video conferencing options. Although this is a more cost effective way for schools, the lack of presence embodiment makes it less engaging than a physical face-face speech and debate tournament. We have invited Stefan Bauschard, founder of DebateUS, Co-Executive Director of the New...
2022-12-3052 minVR in EducationEpisode 86- My Exclusive Interview with ChatbotGPT3 about VR in EducationHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are exploring the controversial world of AI intelligence. ChatGPT3 applies machine learning algorithms to a massive corpus of text to respond to users' requests using language that sounds surprisingly human-like. ChatGPT3 is has agreed to sit down with me to explore the topic of VR in Education.
2022-12-2519 minVR in EducationEpisode 85- A Deep Dive into Avatars and IdentityHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are exploring how virtual worlds might affect our evolving identity. We have invited Giovanni Castillo, a senior metaverse designer for aquent. He is a design thinker, architect and creative technologist that was born for the spatial computing revolution. I reached out to him based on an insightful article he recently wrote and posted on LinkedIn. He is here today to help us understand more about his work with understanding how avatars might impact our virtual world experience. You can contact Giovanni by email at gcastill...
2022-11-0929 minVR in EducationEpisode 84- Lessons from the VR ClassroomHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are talking with teachers who are using vr in the classroom to make a difference. They are pushing the boundaries of innovation and blazing a path for other teachers to follow when it comes to the adoption of immersive learning tools. Terje Pedersen is from Norway and has been teaching there for around 14 years. He has been using oculus quest headsets in his school for various learning engagements. Kim Aarberg , also from Norway, is a teacher with interests in gamification and VR and a former...
2022-10-0830 minVR in EducationEpisode 83-Teaching and Learning in The Metaverse with Dr. Karl KappHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are talking with Dr. Karl Kapp. Dr. Kapp is a professor at Bloomsburg University and co-author of THE book on learning in a metaverse written back in 2010 called Learning in 3D: Adding a New Dimension to Enterprise Learning and Collaboration. The model described in the book is as relevant today as it was back then. It is a blueprint for designing learning experiences in the metaverse. He is here today to talk more about this model and how it translates to effective learning design...
2022-09-3035 minVR in EducationEpisode 82- VR, Participatory Research and Pedagogy with Erica SouthgateHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are talking with Erica Southgate. Erica is Associate Professor of Emerging Technologies for Education in the School of Education at the University of Newcastle, Australia. She is author of the book “Virtual Reality in Curriculum and Pedagogy for secondary classrooms”. In her book she shares findings and stories of research related to using immersive virtual reality at a secondary school in Australia. Additionally, she keeps a robust website https://vrschoolresearch.com/ where she blogs about her research with teachers in real time and provides free...
2022-09-2343 minVR in EducationEpisode 81-Tech Adaptika and Immersive LearningHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are talking with Hosni Zaouali, the CEO of Tech Adaptika. Hosni knew, even at a young age, that education would be the catalyst to propel him forward and empower him to help others. He has an impressive formal education background. Hosni has a B.A ENG in Nuclear Engineering from the Sorbonne in Paris and a MBA in International Development from Laval University. He was founder of Voilà Learning, a company that offered online French education, mostly for people in Africa, and taught an Online...
2022-08-2526 minVR in EducationEpisode 80- Maxwell McGee and the Virtual World SocietyHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are focusing on how VR can be the next great communication and learning medium. We have invited the wonderful and talented Maxwell McGee to our show. Maxwell is a multi-skilled, award winning communications professional with over 2 decades of experience in the field. He has a strong passion for both the theory and practice of multimedia, especially VR. Maxwell also works for the Virtual World Society as an ambassador and hosts their extremely popular podcast called “The NExtant”.
2022-08-1138 minVR in EducationEpisode 79- Haptics in Education and LearningHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are focusing on how peripheral devices might heighten or enhance the sense of realism inside VR experiences. Well designed VR scenes already trick the brain into a sense of presence and embodiment just through photorealism. But, what if we could add other senses to our experiences besides sight and sound? Some tech enthusiasts believe high quality haptic feedback is the missing link between reality and the metaverse. Today on the show we have Guido Gioioso and Giovanni Spagnoletti, the two founders of WEART, a company...
2022-07-2033 minVR in EducationEpisode 78-Fresh Perspective on Leading Web 3.0 and Metaverse Initiatives in SchoolsHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are focusing on getting perspective from new educators who are looking at adopting 3-d spatial learning environments into their schools and programs. We often lean on experts who have been tracking this area for several years, but it is refreshing to get insight from late adopters regarding the what and why. John Kelly is founder, CEO, and proud father of College Ikigai, an innovative k-12 school in Mexico City. John’s capacity to take risks and be innovative is very high. John firmly believes th...
2022-06-2738 minVR in EducationEpisode 77 -Using the UN SDG’s for a VR Design CompetitionHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are focusing on a unique opportunity for students and educators to learn more about an exciting VR Design Competition. Exponential Destiny was founded in the early 2000’s and the program's objective is to help young people “Future Proof” themselves and arm them to make “Exponential Change” in the way people think and act. Recently, their group was invited to a UN meeting to introduce and launch their inaugural competition that challenges students to create a VR experience that raises awareness to one of the 17 UN Sustai...
2022-06-1547 minVR in EducationEpisode 76- VR For Equity in The BahamasHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are talking about scaling up VR in education. As more and more schools think about incorporating VR into their programs, there are so many questions to ponder. Today on the show we have Mr. Jason Beneby. Jason is Chief Operating Officer at American High School and director of the Bahamas Virtual School. He will be spearheading the rollout and adoption of metaverse education across the island. Reach Jason on linkEdin at linkedin.com/in/jason-beneby-3775562 .
2022-06-1433 minVR in EducationEpisode 75- VR Teacher Training with Rob TheriaultHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are talking about VR teacher training. There has been a slow growth of VR in learning institutions. However, many vanguards are paving the way for easy adoption. One of those is Rob Theriault. Rob is Immersive Technology Manager (former professor of paramedicine) at Georgian College in Ontario (Canada). He is also President of the Canadian Chapter of the Immersive Learning Research Network, an author, and an outstanding researcher. Rob is a pioneer in the VR industry. He is here today to talk about training o...
2022-05-3146 minVR in EducationEpisode 74 - How Context Plays an important Role in Immersive LearningHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are talking about the context for learning engagements. It is possible to design 3-D virtual worlds for almost any place or space. Andrew Wright is the Director and creator of the EDUmetaverse. However, according to his company website, "The EDUmetaverse is so much more than just a series of empty spaces. This is a customisable gateway towards Education 3.0. Learn anything, anywhere from anyone. To find out more about what Andrew is doing check out https://www.edumetaverse.com.au/.
2022-05-1836 minVR in EducationEpisode 73- Creation, Creativity and VR PaintingHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are talking about using VR for creation and creativity through painting. When done right, painting can be such a wonderful learning activity and outlet to promote experimentation, ideation, and risk-taking. Painting can also be a wonderful way to unwind and destress. Today on the show we are fortunate to have the creator and developer of Vermillion, a highly realistic and immersive VR painting app. Thomas van den Berge is a talented indie developer who has worked for several EU companies designing VR experiences in Unity...
2022-05-0933 minVR in EducationEpisode 72- Asymmetrical Games in Education with Ilann SayagHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are talking about cooperative Learning and asymmetrical VR gaming. We often see VR as a solitary experience because the user dons an HMD (head-mounted display) and leaves the real world behind them. Yet, there is a growing number of VR applications that rely on single VR participants to work with a group of people inside or outside the HMD forming a team. On today’s episode we are fortunate to have Ilann Sayag CEO of Freaks United the company who recently developed a new and e...
2022-04-1640 minVR in EducationEpisode 71- My Top 5 EpisodesHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. Today we take a trip back down memory lane. It has been an amazing three years of podcasting and listenership is growing tremendously. For that I thank you. In today’s episode , I look back and reflect on what has been most popular so far. So sit back, relax as I talk about and provide highlights from MY TOP 5 MOST DOWNLOADED EPISODES.
2022-02-1820 minVR in EducationEpisode 70- 3-D Learning Spaces Made Easy with imeduHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we focus on 3-d learning spaces. As many educators start to contemplate the effectiveness of using virtual learning spaces thanks to a sensationalization of the word, “metaverse", in the past few weeks, I wanted to do a deeper dive into looking at the efficacy of virtual world creation and how these learning spaces might be used for teaching and learning. So, today on the show we have Vincent van den Tol, founder and CEO of imedu. With imedu everybody can organize inspiring, interactive and accessibl...
2022-02-0934 minVR in EducationEpisode 69- Beyond Applications to VR Learning PortalsHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we focus on the whole learning package. There are a growing number of single-use VR applications being developed as part of a growing library of immersive educational content. The problem with these applications is they need a home. Currently, there are only a small number of dedicated platforms where other educators can allow their learners to sign in and access a number of engaging VR applications We are fortunate to have Kristen Tamm, CEO of Futuclass and Mart Lume, head of Product for Futuclass, on the sh...
2022-01-2729 minVR in EducationEpisode 68- Immersive Learning Made Easy with FacilitateHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode we focus on the deployment and creation of immersive education content. We have learnt many lessons from the ongoing pandemic, especially in the field of education and learning. One big takeaway is that upskilling students and employees in Zoom or other video conferencing platforms may not garner the level of engagement needed to master learning outcomes. We are fortunate to have Ben Bauert, CEO of Facilitate, and Philipp Seiler, chief experience officer, on our show today to talk more about how VR and 3-D spatial...
2022-01-1934 minVR in EducationEpisode 67- VR Leadership, Strategic Thinking and Moonshots in EducationHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode we focus on looking at "Moonshots" and what it takes to provide vision, direction and strategic leadership to purposefully deploy VR in education. We are fortunate to have Freedom Cheteni on the show today. He has been instrumental in the last few years in helping organizations move forward of VR deployment. For example, in 2018 he spearheaded Moonshots in Education VR which offered immersive classes for high school students taught inside the VR platform Engage. Beyond that, Freedom has been part of many consultancy groups that have...
2022-01-0341 min
Heroes of RealityEpisode 112 : A Virtual Education Revolution with Craig FrehlichCraig Frehlich has been teaching Design/Technology and Science for over 27 years. He is an author, podcaster and passionate enthusiast of immersive technology. Craig believes that critical analysis of the power that technology might yield in our daily lives is essential. When used effectively, these tools can spark awe, wonder and leverage powerful engagements that support lifelong learning and force users to "lean-in" to the content. Craig enjoys teaching everyday to help students innovate and adapt to an ever-changing world.
2021-11-051h 03VR in EducationEpisode 66- VR Health and Wellness with Bradley CheshamHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we focus on health education. Whether you are a doctor, nurse or simply an employee working around people or children we are all accountable for the health and well-being of the people around us. Most organizations, including schools, train individuals to have a certain level of first aid. We are fortunate to have Bradley Chesham on our show today to talk more about how VR might enhance our understanding of first aid and to discuss the wonderful work he has been doing with his company...
2021-05-2636 minVR in EducationEpisode 65-VR Creation Made Easy with TvoriHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. As talked about in previous episodes, allowing students to flex their creativity, innovation and communication muscles in schools by creating VR experiences is highly desirable. Alas, the barrier to learning coding and programming inside some VR creation engines is extremely time-consuming. On today’s show, we have Gabriele Romagnoli, head of community at Tvori to talk more about their wonderful VR creation program. Tvori has been described as one of the best virtual creation tools on the market because of its beautiful interface and ease of use.
2021-04-1534 min
Ready Teacher OneEpisode 2.10: Interview with Craig FrehlichAt long last, we had the chance to sit down and chat with Craig Frehlich, the host of the VR in Education podcast and author of the book "Immersive Learning: A Practical Guide to Virtual Reality's Super Powers in Education." Craig gives us his perspective as a veteran teacher on how to best use VR in the classroom and what educators can do to provide deep, conceptual learning for their students with immersive technologies.
2021-04-0638 min
Lesson: Impossible - An Exploration of Educational InnovationAgent Craig Frehlich (Virtual Reality)
🎙 Your lesson, should you choose to accept it, is to incorporate virtual reality👾 into your classroom👨🏻🏫🧑🏽🏫 to enhance student learning🎓. The special agent🕵️♂️ assigned to help you with this task is Craig Frehlich of the Canadian International School in Singapore.
In our conversation we discuss:
1️⃣ Why VR is a great choice for enriching the curriculum, and current programs that Craig recommends for classroom use
2️⃣ Staying CRISP: VR applications should connect to a concept and to real life, they should be integrative, linked to standards, and carefully planned
3️⃣ How to set up VR in the classroom for a safe, meaningful experi...
2021-03-2935 minVR in EducationEpisode 64-Unpacking VR User Analytics with Cognitive3DHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. Understanding what our users are thinking is often difficult in VR. You can watch their movements on a screen but truly knowing and understanding their actions and thinking is not always possible. On today’s show, we want to unpack analytics a bit further. One company that might help take the guesswork out of VR training and learning applications is Cognitive3D. Cognitive3D is a powerful spatial analytics platform that delivers data analytics and insights to anyone building a VR/MR training simulation or research application. We have invi...
2021-03-2534 minVR in EducationEpisode 63- Lost in Translation- Math and Science Conceptualization with VRHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. As teachers, we are often charged with helping students make sense of complex ideas. In this situation, we might start with basic facts and blend in more sophisticated ideas and experiences to help form a bigger picture of the learning landscape. In this way, we form schemata that may provide an epiphany or “light” bulb moment for our learners whereby they feel like they have learnt something on a deeper level. Yet, providing this type of learning journey can be difficult, time-consuming and not always possible. Today, on the show...
2021-03-1042 minVR in EducationEpisode 62- VR Content Creation Made Easy with ZoeHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. Schools strive to move students from consumer to creators when it comes to technology tools. When it comes to VR design and creation, this can be a daunting task. VR creation may be complex and time-consuming. However, more and more applications are being developed to help educators with this journey. Zoe is a VR application that might lower the barrier to content creation in VR. Today on the show we have one of the founders, Emilie Joly to tell us more. Emilie is CEO and an interactive designer for Apel...
2021-03-0232 minVR in EducationEpisode 61- Repost WebXR with Matt CoolHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. Today on the show, we have invited content creator Matt Cool. Matt is a UI designer and developer who has a strong understanding and passion for how WebXR might be used to make e-learning immersive and highly accessible. He has experience leading cohorts of future coders and designers at Udacity. Here are some key spaces to check out that Matt mentioned in the podcast:
https://www.meetup.com/Web-VR/events/275327661
https://imedu.io
https://lingospaces.com
https://youtu.be/ypSkIYpJjE8
2021-02-2825 minVR in EducationEpisode 61- WebXR with Matt CoolHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. Today on the show, we have invited content creator Matt Cool. Matt is a UI designer and developer who has a strong understanding and passion for how WebXR might be used to make e-learning immersive and highly accessible. He has experience leading cohorts of future coders and designers at Udacity. To learn more about some of his initiatives mentioned in our talk, please check out these links:
https://imedu.io
https://lingospaces.com
https://youtu.be/ypSkIYpJjE8
(overview on webXR w...
2021-02-2326 min
Ignite EdTech PodcastFebruary 19 2021 - Episode 37February 19 2021 - Episode 37The Ignite EdTech Podcast with @mrkempnz1. Introduction2. Question for you - What strategies do you have to authentically integrate technology in your school?3. EdTech Tool of the Week - Wakelet4. EdTech Tip of the Week - Developing Strategic Plans for EdTech in Your School5. Interview with Dennisha Murff and Craig Frehlich6. Win this weeks prize...
2021-02-1829 minVR in EducationEpisode 60- Diving into the Pool of VR Content CreationHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. Over the next few podcasts, I endeavour to shed more light on the topic of VR development and creation. In particular, I want to unpack various developer platforms and get feedback from industry experts regarding their efficacy and fit for various student groups. Today on the show, we are fortunate to have with use David Bass-Clark. David is the Director of VR/AR Research and Development at Unity College in Maine, USA. He works intimately with various types of programs and has a deep understanding of how VR creati...
2021-02-1750 minVR in EducationEpisode 59- Learning the Trades with VRHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. There has been a huge interest by schools, especially post-secondary, to use VR for training technical skills. One person leading the way in this area is Joe Millward, who is the innovation manager at TAFE New South Wales digital Lab. Joe is going to share his journey and experience with using VR to engage students. You can check out TAFE New South Wales at https://www.tafensw.edu.au/enterprise/for-industry/digital-lab.
2021-01-2822 minVR in EducationEpisode 58- Emboldening and Empowering Learners with VRHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. Today we are shedding light on why organizations need to sit up and pay closer attention to the return on investment VR might provide for learners. We have invited Jeremy Dalton to the show today. Jeremy leads Price Waterhouse Cooper's VR/AR team, helping clients understand, quantify, and implement the benefits of virtual reality and augmented reality technology. He has recently written a comprehensive and insightful book titled, Reality Check: How Immersive Technologies Can Transform Your Business. You can find Jeremy's book at https://realitycheckxr.com/.
2021-01-2139 minVR in EducationEpisode 57- Say Goodbye to Video Conferencing and Hello to Learning in VRHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. Many schools around North American and the rest of the world are continuing to deliver teaching and learning online because of Covid-19. The primary method of orchestrating instruction is the use of video conferencing tools like Zoom and Google Meet. Video conferencing in education was adopted out of emergency and many educators are looking for a more powerful awe-inspiring alternative. So I have invited Steve Grubbs, CEO of VictoryXR on the show today to talk about the exciting things his organization is doing related to remote teaching and learn...
2020-12-3033 minVR in EducationEpisode 56- Anti-Vaccinating Against the Decline of VR in EducationHello Everyone, Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode get on my soap-box for a few minutes to talk about sustaining the momentum I believe VR has established over the last year or so as we enter 2021.
2020-12-2816 minVR in EducationEpisode 55- Uncovering Effective Practices in VR User ExperiencesHello Everyone, Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. In today’s episode, we are putting our research “methodologies hat” on to learn more about the work of V.E.I.L. VEIL stands for virtual experiences interaction lab and their mandate is to uncover effective practices as it pertains to immersive user experiences in VR. Today, we are talking with Rob Dongas, one of the project leads. Rob is a PHD student at the University of Sydney and has done extensive work with VR and learning design. To learn more about VEIL you can visit, https://www.linkedi...
2020-12-2141 minVR in EducationEpisode 54-Best Practices When Teaching in VRHello everyone. Welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education. With the pandemic, I am seeing more and more people moving toward online learning. And, a select few pioneers are even using virtual worlds to teach their classes. One such innovator is Michael McDonald from Gold Lotus. Gold lotus offers language learning experiences inside VR. Michael had been doing this for well over a year. I spoke with him in episode 30 of this show about his work. We have invited him back on the show to unpack more about instructional design in VR. You can contact Michael at https...
2020-12-2155 min
Design CastDesign Cast - Episode #23 - Craig Frehlich - VR for EducationOn this episode of Design Cast I had the honor of speaking with Mr. Craig Frehlich. I have known Craig for a while; however, we have collaborated together on several podcast and livestream events in the last 6 months. His work with VR is commendable and trendsetting. I very much enjoyed our conversation that centered mostly around the uses of VR in schools, but we touch on several other topics. His book is available for pre-order now!
If you would like to get in touch with Craig you can check out the links to his online presence in the...
2020-08-2232 min
Everything Virtual - Your Source for Everything VR and Virtual RealityEp. 139 - Interview with Craig Frehlich (VR in Education)In today's episode, Zain and Ronnie chat with Craig Frehlich from the VR in Education Podcast. Craig has been doing some great work in the education space to bring VR to kids and our discussion with him touches on many interesting places where VR and education intersect, both currently and in the future. Hope you guys enjoy and make sure to check out Craig's podcast!
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2019-03-021h 27
WTFFF?! 3D Printing Podcast Volume Three: 3D Print Tips | 3D Print Tools | 3D Start PointThe Design Cycle: Design Process Education Through 3D Printing with Craig FrehlichWhen we give kids credit for their creativity and trust them with the skills they learned from us, amazing things happen. Craig Frehlich witnessed this from his students. What’s more surprising is when his students were taught the design cycle of 3D printing, instead of designing plastic phone cases they thought of stuff that have more meaning, use and impact. He knows that it will just be a matter of time before their meaningful ideas evolve to a level of efficacy that will help people’s lives. Craig explains the two pieces of the their design process education that...
2018-02-2335 min
StartEdUp PodcastCraig Frehlich The future of VR in the classroomCraig Frehlich has been teacher for over 20 years and is currently a middle school design teacher at an independent school, Strathcona Tweedsmuir (Twitter: @stsconnections ), near Calgary, Alberta, Canada. He works with students in grade 8-10 on design and innovation skills that focus on real-world problems and issues. He has been working with VR in the classroom for over 1 year now. Craig loves learning about new technologies whether it is Robotics or Virtual Reality. He recent launched his own podcast, called VR in Education, which can be found on itunes. If you want to connect with him he can be found...
2018-01-1926 minStartEdUp PodcastCraig Frehlich The future of VR in the classroomCraig Frehlich has been teacher for over 20 years and is currently a middle school design teacher at an independent school, Strathcona Tweedsmuir (Twitter: @stsconnections ), near Calgary, Alberta, Canada. He works with students in grade 8-10 on design and innovation skills that focus on real-world problems and issues. He has been working with VR in the classroom for over 1 year now. Craig loves learning about new technologies whether it is Robotics or Virtual Reality. He recent launched his own podcast, called VR in Education, which can be found on itunes. If you want to connect with him he can be found...
2018-01-1926 min