Ben Taylor, CEO of Cassette Group, highlights the transformative potential of audiovisual (AV) and immersive technology in education, advocating for the adoption of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance learning experiences and outcomes. Despite numerous benefits, challenges such as resistance to change and infrastructure limitations hinder widespread implementation across educational and corporate settings.
Ben Taylor, CEO of Cassette Group, discusses the evolving role of audiovisual (AV) and immersive technology in education. He states that the current educational system, which relies on traditional teaching formats, does not leverage modern technological advancements like virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and artificial intelligence (AI). These technologies can cater to diverse learning styles and provide tailored, memorable experiences, greatly improving educational outcomes.
Taylor highlights the benefits of AV and immersive technology, such as offering more personalized and competency-based learning models. VR and AR can create interactive, hands-on experiences that mimic real-world scenarios, aiding in developing critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Despite these advantages, several barriers hinder their adoption, including resistance to change among senior stakeholders, high costs of hardware and maintenance, and the need for extensive training for educators.
Additionally, logistic challenges include ensuring educational institutions have the necessary infrastructure, such as adequate internet bandwidth and technical support. In corporate settings, these technologies can improve employee training and foster collaboration, even in remote work environments.
There is an increasing appetite for change within the education sector, as evidenced by an 80% growth in extended reality adoption over the past five years. PwC forecasts VR training will contribute significantly to the global economy by 2030. Integrating immersive technologies is seen as an efficient solution for both education and corporate training.
Published: June 3, 2024
