XR Schools.
XR Schools is a groundbreaking research project led by Electric Medway exploring the impact of immersive technology on the learning of year 7 students at two Medway schools.
During 2024, we will undertake a series of mini-projects with students and teachers at Leigh Academy Rainham and Hundred of Hoo Academy, using digital techniques to create work within the art and history curriculum.
We will cover:
Led by professional artists, students will use a range of creative technologies including painting in VR, clay modelling on iPads and a 3D scanning using photogrammetry. Working with our research partner, iCCi at University of Kent, we will be seeking to understand how these digital-physical interactions can foster enhanced learning outcomes.
We will be looking at:
XR Schools is funded by Paul Hamlyn Foundation. The project is supported by Medway Cultural Education Partnership and The Guildhall Museum.
We will be publishing our findings and a resource pack at the end of 2024, with updates being made during the year on our social channels and newsletter. If you would like to find out more, please contact Janet Moore, Community Director by emailing [email protected].
During 2024, we will undertake a series of mini-projects with students and teachers at Leigh Academy Rainham and Hundred of Hoo Academy, using digital techniques to create work within the art and history curriculum.
We will cover:
- The Renaissance
- Islamic art
- Nature
- Crime and punishment
Led by professional artists, students will use a range of creative technologies including painting in VR, clay modelling on iPads and a 3D scanning using photogrammetry. Working with our research partner, iCCi at University of Kent, we will be seeking to understand how these digital-physical interactions can foster enhanced learning outcomes.
We will be looking at:
- Visual communication
- Accessibility and SEND
- Spatial awareness
- Vocabulary
- Ability to convey abstract ideas and narratives
- Opportunities for teacher CPD and future curriculum design
XR Schools is funded by Paul Hamlyn Foundation. The project is supported by Medway Cultural Education Partnership and The Guildhall Museum.
We will be publishing our findings and a resource pack at the end of 2024, with updates being made during the year on our social channels and newsletter. If you would like to find out more, please contact Janet Moore, Community Director by emailing [email protected].
About.
XR Schools is a groundbreaking research project led by Electric Medway, exploring the impact of immersive technology on the learning of year 7 students at two Medway schools - Leigh Academy Rainham and The Hundred of Hoo Academy. The project is funded by Paul Hamlyn Foundation, with research undertaken by our partner iCCi at University of Kent. The project is supported by Medway Cultural Education Partnership and The Guildhall Museum.
