VR - technologies in teaching subjects of the humanities cycle

Annotation

Due to the active transformations in society, the educational system is undergoing a certain transformation towards digital technologies, which makes it necessary to revise the existing methods of work at school. The relevance of immersive learning is confirmed by the needs of the younger generation itself, expressed in changes in the perception of the world and the surrounding reality. The article discusses virtual reality (VR), which can revolutionize teaching and learning. Technology provides immersive learning that provides countless ways to experience the world, fostering collaboration and increasing engagement and motivation. Teachers of all grades can find practical applications of VR in most subjects, from STEM and language learning to history and social studies. Visiting cultural sites around the world, practicing the language with native speakers, and doing experiments in a safe environment are all ideas that can make learning more fun and exciting for learners.

Keywords

technologies, teaching, humanitarian cycle, virtual reality, information society.

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