Transforming Education Through the World’s Largest XR Initiative
Discover how RTC Antwerpen and VirtualSpeech are empowering over 150,000 students across 690 schools with immersive VR training for essential skill development.
Highlights
Skills
Essential public speaking, job interview and debating
150K
Students
690
schools in Flanders
Higher
confidence and better performance
Customer Introduction
The Regional Technological Center (RTC) in Flanders is dedicated to advancing education by integrating innovative technologies across 690 schools.
By focusing on skill-building initiatives, RTC aims to prepare students for the demands of the modern workforce, enhancing both personal and professional development through pioneering learning solutions.
The Goal
Developing strong communication and interpersonal skills is essential for students as they grow and prepare for new challenges. RTC Antwerpen recognized the need for a modern, engaging approach to cultivating these abilities and set out to create an XR-powered initiative on an unprecedented scale. Their goal was clear: to provide over 150,000 students with hands-on, immersive training that builds confidence and competence in key areas, empowering them to succeed in academic and personal pursuits.
Consultant
Louise Paepe
"Our schools are very excited about using VirtualSpeech because it provides students with a safe space to practice public speaking and other essential skills. Usually, students are quite nervous when they have to present in front of other classmates so having software to practice, make mistakes, and improve without being made fun of by other students is a great advantage to them and their learning."
The Solution
RTC Antwerpen partnered with VirtualSpeech to offer immersive VR-based soft skills training powered by generative AI avatars. Students can practice essential skills like public speaking, job interviews, and debating in realistic, on-demand VR scenarios. This flexible approach allows for personalized, repeated practice without needing a teacher or coach, making learning more accessible.
Results and Benefits
Since the program’s launch, students across Flanders have reported significant improvements in their soft skills, thanks to the engaging VR learning. Key benefits include:
- Confidence Boost: Students gain resilience and self-assurance as they navigate realistic scenarios, which are crucial for both personal and professional growth.
- Personalized Learning: The program adapts to each student’s individual needs, moving beyond a one-size-fits-all approach to provide tailored, impactful learning experiences for every student.
- Time Savings for Teachers: The AI feedback saves teachers hundreds of hours of manually providing students feedback. This enables teachers to focus on other critical aspects of education while still providing students with valuable insights.
