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UPOU Unveils Pioneering Virtual Reality Tour Featuring 360-Degree Videos and Images

2024-08-01T14:42:01+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) is thrilled to launch an enhanced version of its Virtual Reality (VR) Tour. This state-of-the-art initiative adds immersive 360-degree videos, offering a dynamic and interactive way for prospective students, alumni, and the global community to explore the university’s campus and resources.  Users can explore key locations across the campus, all from the comfort of their own homes. This cutting-edge technology allows users to feel as if they are physically present on campus, providing a more engaging and realistic exploration. This innovative tour underscores UPOU’s commitment to making education accessible and inclusive. [...]

UPOU Unveils Pioneering Virtual Reality Tour Featuring 360-Degree Videos and Images2024-08-01T14:42:01+08:00

IOP Conducts Workshop on Immersive Learning (Part 2)

2024-06-13T10:45:06+08:00

On May 7, 2024, the Immersive Open Pedagogies Research Program (IOP) continued its educational initiative with the second installment of the “Immersive Learning Workshop for Faculty and Staff” at the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), UP Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines. Dr. Roberto Figueroa Jr., the esteemed director of the IOP Program, kicked off the session by delving into the fascinating realm of virtual reality (VR) tours and explaining the software applications essential for their creation. Ms. Jessa Perez provided a comprehensive demonstration of the NearLife software platform, focusing on crafting interactive videos and VR. Notable participants, including [...]

IOP Conducts Workshop on Immersive Learning (Part 2)2024-06-13T10:45:06+08:00

IOP Conducts Workshop On The Educational Metaverse

2024-06-13T10:42:04+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) and the Immersive Open Pedagogies (IOP) Program recently hosted a workshop titled “Immersive Learning Workshop for Faculty and Staff” on 12 April 2024, at Sandbox, CCDL Building, UP Open University, Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines. The workshop provided faculty and staff members with the opportunity to explore various immersive learning applications and tools. This hands-on experience will assist them in generating ideas and designing lessons that integrate these technologies. Additionally, the workshop served as a platform for WILLS panelists and presenters to develop their full papers for publication in journals. Dr. Roberto [...]

IOP Conducts Workshop On The Educational Metaverse2024-06-13T10:42:04+08:00

Exploring Connected Realities: Highlights From The World Immersive Learning Labs Symposium

2024-04-03T13:55:16+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), the Mixed, Augmented, and Virtual Realities (MAVR) Special Interest Group, and the Tokyo University of Foreign Studies (TUFS) Transpacific Bridge Program recently co-organized the second World Immersive Learning Labs Symposium (WILLS 2024). The event carried the theme “Connected Realities: Bridging Cultures and Disciplines Through Immersive Experiences” and was held at TUFS in Japan from 25-27 March 2024. Dr. Aya Fukuda, Assistant Professor at TUFS and Co-Chair of WILLS 2024, and Dr. Melinda dela Peña Bandalaria, Chancellor of UPOU, delivered the introductory remarks at the beginning of the symposium. A thought-provoking session [...]

Exploring Connected Realities: Highlights From The World Immersive Learning Labs Symposium2024-04-03T13:55:16+08:00
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