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Target Audience: All teaching staff across the University at all levels/disciplines

Please note, this course is an in-person event.  Please select and register on ONE of the sessions AND the follow up feedback session in December - link below;

University of Strathclyde - DAT Booking - STEP - VR-based skills Follow-up Feedback Session

Course Description

VR-based training offers a transformative approach to staff development in education. By utilizing immersive technology, educators can improve their teaching skills and engage students more effectively. With the rapid growth of VR technology, now is the ideal time to adopt this trend and enhance classroom teaching through effective use of VR.

Program Overview: 

In collaboration with the BODYSWAP VR platform, this innovative training program is designed to empower educators with cutting-edge VR technology to enhance their teaching skills and classroom engagement. Participants will receive VR headsets and engage in immersive experiences that focus on essential areas such as customer management, improving customer experience, healthcare, and operations management. One key aspect of the program is soft skills development, so inviting staff from all disciplines, including engineering and medical, to attend.

Course Structure:

This program consists of an interactive session , lasting two hours, featuring a blend of VR-based training and immersive library reviews.

Session Highlights:

  - Immersive Learning: Experience VR-based modules that cover key topics with a maximum duration of 15 minutes each, allowing for focused learning and retention.

   - AI Feedback: Participants will receive spontaneous, AI-generated feedback on their responses, enhancing the learning experience and promoting self-reflection.

   - Live Support: Access live assistance from the BODYSWAP team and program leads throughout the training session, ensuring a supportive learning environment

   - Application Guidance: Post-workshop support will focus on applying learned concepts to specific teaching areas, with additional resources available through mobile and desktop applications.

 Follow-Up and Progress Tracking:

Staff interested in integrating VR techniques into their teaching practices will receive ongoing support, including progress tracking in their application areas. A follow-up session later in the year will assess the impacts and effectiveness of the interventions implemented from the training.

Future Opportunities:

Based on participant feedback and outcomes, more bespoke sessions will be scheduled in the new year for staff eager to further develop and refine their skills in VR.

Join us in this transformative journey to elevate teaching and learning through immersive technology!

Course Outcomes/Objectives;

• Enhanced Teaching Skills:

Equip educators with immersive VR tools to improve their instructional techniques and approach.

• Soft Skills Development:

Foster vital interpersonal skills, such as communication, teamwork, and empathy, to enhance overall teaching effectiveness.

• Increased Engagement:

Promote higher levels of student engagement through interactive and immersive learning experiences.

• Cross-Disciplinary Application:

Enable staff from diverse disciplines, including engineering and healthcare, to apply VR training techniques relevant to their fields.

• Immediate Feedback Mechanisms:

Utilize AI-driven feedback on participant responses to facilitate real-time learning adjustments.

• Practical Application in Teaching:

Support participants in integrating newly learned skills into their teaching practices, with ongoing guidance and resources.

• Progress Tracking

Establish a system for monitoring individual progress and application of skills in the classroom.

• Impact Assessment

Conduct follow-up sessions to evaluate the effectiveness of the training and its impact on teaching practices.

• Continued Professional Development:

Offer bespoke follow-up sessions in the new year for staff interested in further developing their VR and soft skills.

Must attend 1 out of 2 sessions in April followed by one feedback session in December.  Follow link at top of page to register for the Feedback session

We are committed to ensuring our events and courses are accessible to all staff:

On-campus activity

• An online version of this course may be available – check the DAT booking system
• There will be audience participation
• You are asked to attend the whole session
• There will be a break
• The session is relaxed – this means you can stretch, move around, stim etc.
• In line with current University health and safety guidance, attendees may wish to use face masks. The room will have either mechanical ventilation or passive ventilation (i.e. open windows)
• Digital copies of resources will be emailed to participants upon request
• Printed materials will be available in different formats (e.g. large print) / Contact [step@strath.ac.uk] to request printed materials in different formats
• Please contact osdu-equity@strath.ac.uk to discuss any further access requirements

Prerequisites

Related Materials

Cancellation Policy

When applying for a course, you should note that there will be a £50* charge to your Department / School if you do not attend your place on the course. There will be no charge as long as you cancel your booked place before the event or notify our staff at osdu@strath.ac.uk that you can no longer attend.

A Department / School is welcome to send someone else in your place if they wish without incurring a charge, providing that person has the necessary prerequisites for the course. In the case of courses split over more than one day, you are expected to attend ALL parts of the course.

*This is the standard charge for cancellation or non-attendance of a course of 1-day duration or less. For some courses, there may be a higher cancellation charge and if this is the case you will be advised of this at the time of booking.