In this Special Feature CAPE Session, Dr. Cameron of the College of Optometry will share his newest innovation in student learning: a brain-eye pathway 3D learning model. This revolutionary tool was custom-built by the ITDL team at WesternU and funded through the 2018 Educational Starter Grant provided by the Association of Schools and Colleges of…
Virtual reality (VR) has been around for decades. Like any emerging technology, it has moved through a cycle. Early in the cycle, people had unrealistic expectations about its potential, and they became disappointed by its ability to solve everyday problems. But now virtual reality is gaining momentum. As of the Gartner Hype Cycle for Emerging Technologies 2018…
How can you go beyond virtual field trips and use VR to promote active student learning? Virtual reality in higher education is often implemented as “low-hanging fruit.” While going on an exotic virtual field trip to a historic city might be thought-provoking, it’s also a more passive type of learning. But as the availability of educational content is…
Connect with an early adopter of VR who’s started assessing whether this technology leads to better student learning outcomes. In order to justify space and cost for virtual reality (VR) implementations, you need to answer the question: “Does VR really impact student learning, or is it just an expensive toy?” Join us online to hear from an…
Attrition rates are 10% to 20% higher in online courses than their face-to-face counterparts. While online course formats offer convenient methods of instruction, poor course development often leads to high attrition rates. This facilitated discussion explores how applying Media Richness Theory (MRT) and Social Presence Theory to online course design and instruction can aid overall…
Have you ever had a research idea and want to incorporate a game in your research? Our University IT team are here to help you develop one! In this course you will learn about how a game app was developed through a research project. From identifying the concepts of a game to allocate resources, designing…
Have you ever had a research idea and want to incorporate a game in your research? Our University IT team are here to help you develop one! In this course you will learn about how a game app was developed through a research project. From identifying the concepts of a game to allocate resources, designing…
This month’s three technologies to add to your creative toolbox, include: ThingLink FlipGrid QR Codes This reoccurring CETL Session will introduce you to three new technologies each month. The presenter will review the technology with the attendees and share examples of how this technology can: be utilized within the classroom or to enhance online…