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EduverseSTEM

September 21, 2026

Hands-on STEM learning can be expensive, complex, or difficult to bring into the classroom. An immersive learning ecosystem from Avantis …

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“Reindustrializing” the American Classroom

September 04, 2026

Students deserve purposeful technology that prepares them for the future without replacing the teachers, relationships, and timeless principles at the …

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EduverseTHRIVE from Avantis Education

July 28, 2026

EduverseTHRIVE from Avantis Education is an immersive virtual reality (VR) solution that helps schools create learning environments where every student …

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ClassVR Xcelerate

September 24, 2025

ClassVR Xcelerate is Avantis Education’s most advanced VR headset yet—purpose-built for high school and post-secondary learning. With intuitive hand controllers …

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cadaVR Anatomy from Mozaik Education

December 10, 2024

Mozaik Education and the University of Szeged’s Department of Anatomy, Histology, and Embryology collaborated to develop a next-generation, interactive, 3D …

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MetaVRse Engine and Editor

December 03, 2024

MetaVRse is a platform that makes it easy to create 3D interactive experiences on the web. Once registered for an account, …

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To Deeply Engage In Learning

August 27, 2024

This edtech begs the question, is there any other way? INTERVIEW | by Victor Rivero Highly commended by the Dental …

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UbiSim, a Labster company

August 14, 2024

UbiSim is the first immersive virtual reality (VR) training platform built specifically for nurses. It is a complete simulation lab …

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How RTE Tech Will Change Remote and Hybrid Education

May 22, 2024

Real-time engagement is a real opportunity for collaboration among businesses and content providers. GUEST COLUMN | by Wyatt Oren In recent …

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Nurturing the Curiosity of All Students Through Augmented Reality

April 29, 2024

A closer look at an effective learning tool in a carefully thought-out teaching strategy. GUEST COLUMN | by Phil …

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Ideas Literally Jumping Right Off the Page

February 21, 2024

With a Norwegian founder, an AR revolution in education is already in full swing. INTERVIEW | by Victor Rivero Eirik …

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4 Questions to Ask Before Adopting Virtual Simulations to Drive Student Success and Retention

December 19, 2023

Whether you use laptops, tablets, or VR headsets, make sure you have the right use cases for immersive digital learning …

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Rob Catto: Pushing the Virtual Edge

September 13, 2022

An innovative leader in emerging tech is keeping things real at Full Sail University. INTERVIEW | by Victor Rivero …

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What the Future Holds, Why Edtech is Set to Grow

September 12, 2022

Leading technology advisory and investment firm GP Bullhound released its inaugural education technology report today. Education Technology: An Intro to …

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The Metaverse and Education: How to Prepare for the Future of Learning

July 19, 2022

A strategist says brace yourself, it’s coming—and here are some practical tips. GUEST COLUMN | by Sam Gobrail Online learning has …

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Experiences by zSpace

January 13, 2021

Nothing like being immersed in learning! From zSpace, a technology company specializing in augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) education, comes …

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#EdChat Interactive

March 31, 2020

Here’s a great way in this time of quarantines to keep up with the latest trends directly with colleagues in …

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How to Stay Immersed and Engaged in Learning

September 19, 2019

David and Sandra Whelan take the plunge into a new, virtual reality and come up winners. INTERVIEW | by Victor …

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Lenovo VR Classroom Kit with Ruckus Networks

January 17, 2019

Ruckus has partnered with Lenovo to bring VR learning to students age 13 and up with the Lenovo Virtual Reality …

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Imagining the Future of Education

December 18, 2018

From leaving time behind to measuring mastery, industry leader Jessica Lindl looks ahead to top education trends in 2019. INTERVIEW …

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The New Education Reality

August 09, 2018

How breakthroughs in AR, VR, and MR can engage the next generation. GUEST COLUMN | by Dave Adams Students today …

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Going Far with Nearpod

June 08, 2018

Despite the breakneck pace of growth, John Eckhart, CTO, is very at ease with edtech, and comfortable in his new …

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Education Without Classrooms: A Whim or a Reality?

May 29, 2018

A venture capitalist, higher education leader muses on what’s next. GUEST COLUMN | by Anjli Jain When people hear AR/VR …

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What is VR’s Place in EdTech?

January 09, 2018

Having a good look at a new (virtual) reality for students in the classroom. GUEST COLUMN | by Monica Burns …

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Why They’re Booming in Buffalo

October 13, 2017

A community agrees on a truly transformative tool for teaching and learning. GUEST COLUMN| by Joe Parlier Kriner Cash views …

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Cool Tool | Awe Media

August 23, 2017

With this cool tool, create your own Mixed Reality experiences with a simple drag and drop interface, with no code …

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Cool Tool | SketchFab

May 25, 2017

Here’s an online community that publishes and shares 3D content online and in virtual reality (VR). With a community of more …

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VR in Education

March 17, 2017

Today’s challenges and tomorrow’s promise. GUEST COLUMN | by Jon Roepke Of all the areas where virtual reality technology is …

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Cool Tool | HoloLens

December 07, 2016

‘Mixed Reality’ technology from Microsoft is implemented by a special device – HoloLens glasses. They are a standalone, battery-powered device lasting …