Huskieverse VR Learning Labs

Theme: VR for Enhanced Learning in Higher Education,

Research Contribution:

• Inquiry Focus: How do immersive environments enhance conceptual understanding, retention, and student engagement in undergraduate learning
• Disciplines: Instructional design, Cognitive psychology, Educational technology
• Outputs: Usability studies, VR lesson design frameworks, Comparative learning outcome data, Conference presentations on digital pedagogy

Engagement for New Students:

• Join as experience testers, Co-designers, or Content writers for VR learning environments
• Gain exposure to Unity and Blender through guided tutorials and low-stakes assignments
• Understand how research creates better learning for peers by seeing prototypes go from idea to classroom integration