VR enriches lessons, learning experience
Cherry
2016-11-10 10:20:26
FUZHOU - Instead of pens and paper, students in the classrooms of the future
Although in its early stages of development, schools in China are exploring how
will have headsets and rather than learning by rote they will be encouraged to
take a more hands on approach to their studies.
Although in its early stages of development, schools in China are exploring how
they can incorporate VR lessons into their classroom experience. One such
lesson, by online game developer NetDragon, uses VR to teach children fire
safety.
Students are catapulted into a simulated environment where a fire has broken
Students are catapulted into a simulated environment where a fire has broken
out. They must crawl across the floor and avoid obstacles, such as desks and
chairs, and escape.
VR education tools are not just for school children, either.
At the VR medical school under Sichuan University, a virtual anatomy system
VR education tools are not just for school children, either.
At the VR medical school under Sichuan University, a virtual anatomy system
allows medical students to examine organs and tissues from every angle. They
can even isolate organs for closer inspection.
A virtual scalpel is currently in development, which will mean students can
A virtual scalpel is currently in development, which will mean students can
practice their surgical skills without the need for a real body.
The VR sector has huge potential and a growing number of Chinese developers
The VR sector has huge potential and a growing number of Chinese developers
are exploring how VR can be used as an educational tool.