A type of new media that does not exist to this day is the constant use of virtual reality in everyday environments. Currently, virtual reality exists, but on the aspects that it is mostly seen to be used for entertainment features. With little development to this field, it is hard to imagine a world where we are constantly using this for convenience. However, I believe it is possible to implement the use of virtual reality for other fields, such as education. Some aspects of education that can be implemented is a virtual field trip, where students are able to imagine the environment of being in a different place. This can also be super beneficial for distance learning too because one may like to experience the aspects of learning in a classroom and this can be done through virtual reality. Another application to virtual reality that can be potentially added is the use of exercising environments. Due to the arising pandemic, it has been harder for people to exercise outside or visit their local fitness center. Virtual reality implementing this type of environment can add a new dimension to working out and motivate people to exercise more.
I am currently playing Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp. When first downloading this application, you are first presented with choosing the clothes, hair style and accessories for your character. This allowed me to express myself through a character and what kind of clothing i am more attracted to. It also allows you to decorate a camper van, which showcases the ability to create and showcase what my ideal house decorates or what kind of furniture i am interested in. Although this game is not super ideal with real life, it gives the experience of catching fish, shells, or bugs and helping other animals by completing requests in order to earn bells (currency on Animal Crossing) or supplies in order to customize your camp or camper the way you want. Below are images depicting how the game works and the customization of my camper van and campsite, as well as the activities available on the game. As I continue to play this game, I will be able to further customize myself with ease when I am ...
Hello Erika,
ReplyDeleteI like your idea about virtual entertainment, specially for the students who really can not visit outside by person but can experience with the place. It is really beneficial for this pandemic environment as students can not visit educational place which are really creating boundaries for their education.
Hello Erika,
ReplyDeletewhat will the application be called ? and how may it be compatible for all devices ? Will this application come with the expense of acquiring VR equipment ?
Hi Erika, .. interesting thought on the application of virtual reality in education. I am into technology and the main reason that got me attracted is the "democratization" it brought. Another cool thing with technology is the great economies of scale it offers. For example there is a specific cost in creating a movie, but once it is done there is almost no additional cost associated with reaching every individual customer. That lead to the membership business model Netflix and other streaming platforms have adopted. So, I would love to see how much Harvard or other expensive colleges will cost in a world with VR capabilities.
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