Which subjects can benefit from VR?

Geography – Rather than the traditional method of learning about the world via textbooks and videos, VR allows students to actually venture anywhere in the world. Being immersed in an environment on the other side of our planet is enriching, and is a much more enjoyable experience.

• History – Have you ever thought about travelling back in time to catch a glimpse of how things used to be? With a branded vr headsets, you can do just that; there is content available that replicates historical environments and scenarios, and even lets you converse with historical figures!
• Art – Gone are the days of travelling and paying to enter a prestigious art gallery. With VR, you can view some of the world’s most beautiful art galleries from absolutely anywhere. As well as being able to virtually attend art galleries, there are also some fantastic VR tools that allow you to create virtual art and unleash your creativity.
• Science – There are many ways that VR can be used to teach science, but biology and chemistry are perfect examples. There are educational biology tools that allow you to get up close and personal with a range of dangerous wild animals, as well as tools that let you explore the anatomy of both people and animals. With the use of VR, students can also carry out chemistry experiments using potentially dangerous substances in a completely safe setting.

These aren’t the only subjects that can benefit from the use of VR; the possibilities are endless! There are so many different tools that can be incorporated into lesson plans or used for general study.

What headsets are suitable for VR education? 

With the virtual reality industry continually growing, there are a vast number of virtual reality headsets to choose from. They range in price, comfortability, quality and effectiveness. Let’s look at some examples of headsets that are available:

• ClassVR headset – These are standalone headsets designed specifically for students, which makes them comfortable and easy to navigate. This headset supports augmented reality as well as virtual reality, and comes with readymade lesson plans and guides. These headsets do not need to be connected to a phone or other device, as everything is built into the headset.
• Destek V5 VR Headset – This headset is one of the cheapest available, so it would be very accessible for students. Despite the low price of this headset, it is still incredibly powerful. The Destek connects to your smartphone, and has sliders to adjust the focus. What separates this headset from other alternatives is the comfortability, it has padding and adjustable straps, unlike other cheap headsets.
• Oculus Quest 2 – Although this headset is pricier than the others listed, it offers an incredibly immersive virtual reality experience. Other headsets as powerful as this one tend to require connection to a computer, and wires directly connected to the headset. The Oculus Quest 2 separates itself from the rest by acting as a standalone console that can be accessed anywhere. This headset has some of the most seamless graphics available, and features cinematic 3D audio.