Virtual reality for workplace learning

March 19, 2018

VR has been rated by the L&D Global Sentiment Survey as the fourth-hottest workplace trend for 2017. But the inevitable question now arising is: ‘Is virtual reality for learning just hype?’. VR offers big opportunities for learning, but currently there are few evaluative studies on the usefulness of VR as a learning tool1 . This exploratory pilot study aims to uncover the relative effectiveness of VR for workplace learning by comparing it against two other popular digital learning media types: an online PDF, and a gamified elearning interaction.

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We create performance-focused modern learning solutions for our clients driven by the latest technologies and best instructional design.We target what your learners need to do and not just what they need to know. We're devoted to delivering custom learning services and cutting-edge instructional products that allow hundreds of leading organizations to achieve business change and result in thousands of happy learners!

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