Share Paper: Virtual Reality & Extended Reality: Possibilities, Problems, and Priorities for Teacher Educators

  1. Jason Trumble, University of Central Arkansas, United States
  2. Theresa Cullen, Arkansas Tech University, United States
  3. Nick Lux, Montana State University, United States
  4. Matt Caratachea, Goochland County Public Schools, VCU, United States
  5. Monty Jones, Virginia Commonwealth University, United States
Tuesday, March 30 1:45 PM-2:45 PM Room 2

Abstract: Virtual Reality and Extended Reality (AR/XR) devices are flooding the consumer market and are making connections to classrooms. We have seen an influx of curriculum designed for K-12 learners as well as more complex applications for training professionals. With the speed of change and innovation that we are seeing with XR/VR, it is imperative to discuss teacher education and the possibilities and problems posed by these technologies. Additionally, we need to position ourselves and research in the ever-evolving context of learning with these new technologies. This panel includes experts who are researching and designing in VR/XR in relation to both ...