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Articles on virtual reality (VR), including the complete guide to VR, VR applications, history of VR, what causes motion sickness, how to clear headsets, degrees of freedom, VR in higher education, workplace wellness with VR and learning a language in VR.

The Complete Guide to Virtual Reality

Read the complete guide to virtual reality (VR), where we discuss the use of VR headsets, what virtual reality is, WebVR, where to find VR apps, applications of VR and more.

VR Applications: 21 Industries already using Virtual Reality

There are some great virtual reality (VR) games out there, but VR, AR and MR are going to shape our future in so many more ways than gaming. Here’s a list of industries that are already adopting VR and how this could impact the future of that industry.

History of VR - Timeline of Events and Tech Development

A timeline of virtual reality, including important inventions and developments from 1956 to today. Images show how much technology has improved over time and how VR has evolved through recent history.

Motion Sickness in VR: Why it happens and how to minimise it

What VR motion sickness is, what causes it, and how to minimise it so you can enjoy your favourite games, training and simulations.

How to Clean your VR Headset and Hand Controllers

Guide for cleaning a VR headset, which will be used by multiple people.

Virtual Reality (VR) Definition

Virtual Reality (VR) is the term used to describe a three-dimensional, computer generated environment which can be explored and interacted with. Special goggles, also called VR headsets, are placed over the eyes and fully immerse you in the virtual environment, creating a realistic experience in the simulation.

Degrees of Freedom (DoF): 3-DoF vs 6-DoF for VR Headset Selection

Degrees of freedom is an essential concept in VR that allows human movement to be converted into movement within the VR environment. Here we look at 3DOF and 6DOF headsets.

VR in Higher Education and why it’s set to Boom: with Examples

VR in Higher Education: with Examples

Examples where VR is changing education, including for student recruitment, immersive experiential learning and VR educational labs at universities and colleges.

Illusory body ownership in VR: Reducing Violence and Harassment

Virtual reality can be used to give an illusion of owning a part of a body or an entire body other than one’s own. This can be used to effectively coach people to solve their own problems.

How VR can Improve your Public Speaking Skills

The ability to be able to speak in public can be the difference between landing your dream job, winning a huge contract for your company, or delivering a moving speech at a wedding. Read how VR can be used to dramatically improve your speaking skills.

VR for Workplace Wellness: Meditation, Relaxation, and Visual Getaways

Employers constantly look for new ways to mitigate stress at work. In this article, we discuss how companies can use meditation and wellness techniques to reduce stress in the workplace.

Benefits of VR training

Benefits of VR training include increased memory retention, performing dangerous tasks in a risk free environment, the ability to repeat exercises, isolation from distractions and detailed skills assessment.

Creating avatar body and facial animations for VR

Learn how to create avatar body and facial animations for your project. We discuss how to choose the right software and different animation techniques for your character.

Learn a Language in Realistic VR Scenarios with these Apps

Language learners are not solely relying on taking classes, listening to recordings or reading books. Users can now learn languages and experience culture in realistic virtual reality environments.

Augmented and Virtual Reality: The Future of Learning Experiences

AR and VR will play an important role in the future of learning. We discuss why these technologies are so important in the future classroom and give examples of how they are already being used in education.

Analysing a Speech in VR using Speech-to-Text and Motion Tracking Technology

Analysis of a presentation given in virtual reality, using speech-to-text insights and eye contact tracking technology to measure performance and provide real time feedback. Speech transcript and audio recording provided.

How Virtual Reality can Improve Online Learning

Read how VR can help with your online education by letting you practice what you learn in realistic virtual environments from the comfort of your own home.

Best VR Educational Apps and Experiences

VR Educational Experiences to Use in the Classroom

Virtual reality (VR) has potential to transform learning beyond the traditional classroom or online learning experience. Learn about the best VR educational apps at the forefront of this revolution.

Immersive Learning: Why is it Effective?

Immersive learning is becoming increasingly common in high schools, universities and as part of L&D programs, but is it just a new buzz word or does it have real value?