RCOE
The Regional Centre of Excellence (RCOE) identified a need to enhance its educational delivery methods to improve student engagement and outcomes, particularly in special education and for pupils in foster care. In a pioneering move, the Resource Centre of Excellence (RCOE) partnered with Next World VR, a leading virtual reality (VR) content provider, to introduce immersive VR learning experiences across its curriculum in Mackay, focusing on improving safety training awareness.
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Enhance Student Engagement:
Leveraging VR to create more engaging and interactive learning experiences.
Improve Learning Outcomes: Utilizing VR's immersive nature to aid in the retention of information and understanding of complex subjects, particularly in safety training.
Innovative Teaching Methods: To position the RCOE at the forefront of educational innovation by integrating cutting-edge technology into instructional methodologies.
Outcomes The partnership between the Resource Centre of Excellence (RCOE) and Next World VR yielded significant positive outcomes:
Increased Student Engagement: There was a noticeable increase in participation and interest in subjects taught using VR, demonstrating the agency of students in their learning.
Improved Learning Outcomes: Early assessments indicated that students had a deeper understanding of complex concepts and showed improved exam performance, reinforcing the importance of innovative training approaches.
Innovative Teaching Recognition: RCOE received recognition for its innovative approach to learning, positioning it as a leader in educational technology integration.
Feedback Loop: Continuous feedback from students and educators, has been essential in refining and enhancing the VR learning experience.
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