Immersive Virtual Reality (IVR) in Higher Education: Development and Implementation

Paula Hodgson (), Vivian W. Y. Lee (), Johnson C. S. Chan (), Agnes Fong (), Cindi S. Y. Tang (), Leo Chan () and Cathy Wong ()
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Paula Hodgson: Centre for Learning Enhancement and Research, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Vivian W. Y. Lee: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Johnson C. S. Chan: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Agnes Fong: Centre for Learning Enhancement and Research, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Cindi S. Y. Tang: Centre for Learning Enhancement and Research, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Leo Chan: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Cathy Wong: The Chinese University of Hong Kong

A chapter in Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality, 2019, pp 161-173 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract University educators anticipate better engagement with students through the adoption of the three-dimensional visualization made possible by immersive virtual reality (IVR). Materials can be captured in 360° video for viewing through smartphones bracketed in head-mounted displays (HMDs) with motion sensors. Alternatively, materials can be viewed on notebook computers and tablets to offer some degree of VR experience. The paper reports on the first two undergraduate courses that have adopted both VR and IVR modes for classroom learning: ‘Pharmacology and Therapeutics’ and ‘Understanding Ecotourism’. The 360° videos have undergone a complete cycle of design, development, implementation and evaluation. These video captures can transcend physical boundaries in both clinical cases simulating a hospital ward and natural countryside landmarks. With VR and IVR embedded in the classroom, students expressed greater learning satisfaction while experiencing more opportunities to rehearse professional skills and explore historical artefacts with deeper cultural understanding.

Keywords: Immersive virtual reality; Higher education; ADDIE (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2019
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-06246-0_12

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