CIEC 2025

This workshop, "Beyond the Textbook: Transforming Learning with Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality and Gamification,"  immerses you in the exciting possibilities of  VR/AR and gamification for creating engaging and effective learning experiences.  We'll go beyond theory, exploring practical applications and real-world examples of how these technologies can be used to achieve specific learning outcomes. Through interactive sessions and hands-on activities, you'll learn how to leverage VR/AR and game mechanics to enhance student motivation, knowledge retention, and critical thinking.  This workshop is designed for educators, curriculum developers, and instructional designers who are eager to integrate cutting-edge technology into their teaching practice and transform the way their students learn.    

Learning outcomes
1. Understand the pedagogical benefits of VR/AR and gamification: Participants will be able to articulate how these technologies can enhance engagement, motivation, and knowledge retention in learners.
2.    Identify practical applications of VR/AR and gamification in education: Participants will gain familiarity with a range of VR/AR tools and gamification strategies applicable to various subjects and learning environments.
3.    Develop critical thinking skills for designing immersive learning experiences: Participants will learn to evaluate the effectiveness of different VR/AR and gamification approaches and consider ethical implications.
4.    Gain hands-on experience with basic VR/AR tools and gamification platforms: Participants will have the opportunity to experiment with readily available tools and resources for creating their own immersive learning activities.
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"- Content Overview: Cover historical views on education, traditional vs. modern teaching, pros and cons of summative assessments, the role of assessments, and the shift to personalised, curiosity-driven learning.

- Timeline & Audience: November to January for drafts, finalisation, and presentation prep; 25 January 2025 at ISPP for expat and local educators"

"1. Increased Awareness of Assessment Methods:

Participants will understand the limitations and potential drawbacks of over-reliance on summative assessments.

Participants will be able to articulate the benefits of integrating more holistic teaching approaches, including formative assessments, project-based learning, and real-world problem-solving.

2. Enhanced Teaching Strategies:

Participants will develop strategies to incorporate project-based learning into their curricula to foster students' curiosity and critical thinking skills.

Participants will be equipped with practical tools and techniques to implement real-world problem-solving activities in the classroom, better preparing students for the challenges of the 21st century."