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Augmented reality (AR) is a staple in mainstream media these days. It's impossible to turn a corner on the street, or flip through an ad on a phone without seeing an example of augmented reality technology. SnapChat, Home Depot, and Pokémon Go are all examples of AR and show the mixed uses of AR in media and marketing. These are all ways we unintentionally and unknowingly use the technology every day, whether you're a gamer, really into social media, or just want to know what paint color looks best on your kitchen walls. It's almost beginning to look like Back to the Future's version of 2015, if maybe just a little late. Media isn't the only place starting to look like the future. Augmented reality use cases span dozens of industries, and its hard to find one that wouldn't benefit from its technology. What better place to introduce it to than the world of education. Teachers can use AR to supplement traditional training methods and students can use it to enhance...

Augmented and virtual reality have picked up a forward momentum in the education industry. Teachers and administrators noticed the need for a more inclusive, interactive way of learning when virtual learning became a necessity. Through the years, both augmented and virtual reality have been making minor gains in mainstream recognition as developers worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make the massive growth extended reality had in more recent years possible. Augmented reality learning is a bit easier to implement than virtual reality learning, but both are valuable tools that every educator should consider due to their inherent benefits. What are Virtual and Augmented Reality, and What's Best For Your Student? Virtual (VR) and augmented (AR) reality are the most commonly thought of technologies when people talk about extended reality technology. They refer to opposite ends of the XR spectrum and have different uses across the XR space. To encompass it all, extended reality combi...

The field of XR (extended reality) technology has become one of the fastest-growing industries in the world with countless use cases to benefit many fields of work. XR tech has been around for decades, with prominent companies like Sony, Microsoft, Apple, and Google making major headway in virtual reality development. Even areas like education had software developed to help bridge the gap between teacher and student, but it took a global pandemic for extended reality to really make its way into education as a standard tool. Now developers and schools alike are realizing the truth- that XR technology is transforming higher education. What is XR Technology Extended reality is an umbrella term for technology that uses digital products to enhance our physical world. XR encompasses both augmented realty (AR) and virtual reality (VR), as well as a combination of the two called mixed reality (MR). Augmented and virtual reality differ by one very simple little fact- augmented reality projects ...

Extended reality is changing the way society operates. From communication to entertainment and gaming, to training in the workplace, it's normal to find VR headsets as easily as a PC or game consol. Twenty years ago, the same thing could have been said about computer towers in a school library. As educators learn more about the possibilities of XR and what it could bring into the classroom, more are eager to adopt this method of teaching than before. Let's take a look into the specific possibilities of augmented reality in education. A quick search through the iPhone app store for "augmented reality in education" brought up hundreds of apps perfect for teaching kids. That's because developers as well as teachers themselves have realized the benefits of using augmented reality. But why is that? First, learning tends to feel like a game, rather than an assignment that students have to complete. If it were a normal assignment, they'd be grade...

Introduction Over the last decade, from 2011 to 2019, smartphone use has increased from 35% to 81% ( Source ), making them a staple in nearly every home. Mobile technology has become the main method of using the internet. Gone are the days of dial-up internet where if your mom made a phone call, your connection went dead. Connections are faster, communication has changed, and technology is evolving. As a result, this increase of technology has made education more accessible than ever. With the rise of XR technology in education, the most logical entry point for classrooms is through the use of augmented reality or AR. With its shorter learning curve, increased student immersion, and budget-friendly nature, AR can improve educational involvement for students and teachers alike. So, let's take a look at the key benefits of augmented reality in education, and what it can do for classrooms across the country. What is augmented reality and what can it do for schools?  Augmented reality ...

The metaverse is upon us, and it will not be long until it becomes indispensable in our day-to-day lives as YouTube, Twitter, Facebook (Meta), etc. Ever since Facebook rebranded itself as Meta, metaverse has become a trending topic, and there have been a considerable number of discussions around the metaverse. As technology steps into a new era bringing us incredible immersive worlds, educators must be ready to embrace these new technologies to improve the learning experience. What if your students could "visit" Mars and "explore" the red planet without having to step out of the classroom? Sounds like a dream. Welcome to education in the metaverse. The potential offered by adopting immersive technologies like AR, VR, MR is immense, and it can revolutionize the way we teach & learn. Want to know more about education in the metaverse? On February 28, 2022, XR Guru is conducting a webinar titled " Educate in the metaverse," discussing how education work...

Imagine if you could teach students about active volcanos in the world by actually showing them one in the classroom. Sounds crazy, like something out of a sci-fi movie. Thanks to Augmented Reality (AR), this is feasible. In today's world, educators need to embrace new and different teaching methods such as adopting leading-edge technologies like AR that offer an immersive learning experience. Spending on Augmented reality is on the up, and a study predicts the global market of AR in education to reach $41.8 billion by 2027, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 77.2% over the period of 2020-2027. Read on to learn more about the benefits of using AR for students and the advantages it offers over conventional education methods. In this blog, • What Benefits does AR Provide for Students? →  Makes Learning Interesting →  Understanding Complex Concepts Becomes Easier →  Practical Learning Made Possible with AR →  Makes Students More Responsible →  Stim...

Augmented reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) are becoming prominent technologies in diverse fields, and they are no longer mere tools employed to enhance the entertainment industry. Multimedia, tech-based education is gaining popularity among educators, and AR/VR is unquestionably creating a buzz in the EdTech industry. The healthcare sector has been quick to realize the potential of leading-edge technologies like AR/VR and have started incorporating them in medical teaching. According to a study  by Global Market Insights, the value of the AR/VR healthcare market was $1.9 billion in 2020 and is projected to surpass $16.2 billion by 2027, growing at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of more than 35.8% between 2021 and 2027. They predict the widespread adoption of AR/VR for medical training will drive the market progression. In this blog, we will explore how virtual and augmented reality for training can be of use in the healthcare industry and how it can help future healthcar...

Technologies like Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) have seen immense growth in the last decade. Gone are the days when AR was seen as a mere tool to enhance the entertainment industry. Augmented reality is making its mark in several industries, including education. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, tech-based learning has turned heads, and more educators have started to migrate from traditional learning methods. Augmented reality is a leading EdTech trend, and according to ABI Research , the value of AR for education is estimated to reach US$5.3 billion by 2023. In this article, we give five reasons that highlight how AR can transform school education. 1. Potential of Visualized Learning When it comes to education, the power of visual content cannot be downplayed. AR-based education uses 3D-image models and digital projections, which help students understand complex concepts with relative ease. For example, instead of looking at an image in a textbook, students can see a ...

Technology has seen aggressive development in the past decade, and it is safe to say that cutting-edge technologies like Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) are en route to becoming invaluable in our day-to-day lives. Augmented reality technology is mobile-friendly, and the number of smartphone users has increased rapidly in recent years. In fact, according to Statista , the number of mobile AR users is expected to reach over 800 million and is anticipated to grow to 1.73 billion by 2024. Augmented Reality infiltrated the mainstream thanks to games like Pokémon Go and social media apps like Snapchat . But contrary to conventional wisdom, AR is not limited to the entertainment industry. AR is doing wonders in diverse fields ranging from entertainment to retail, and it is time we started using AR for training. In this blog post, we will explore: What is AR Training? How is AR Used in Training? How to Adopt Augmented Reality for Corporate Training? Advantages of AR-Powered T...