Pau Guardiola presented at our Online Session about Spatial Education Unleashing 3D Active Learning.
Pau Guardiola discussed special education and 3D active learning, emphasizing the use of XR technologies in education. He showcased examples of spatial education and highlighted the importance of active learning and quick feedback. The speaker also discussed the use of VR technology for training purposes and the application of virtual reality in deliberative polling. The evolution of avatar technology and the potential of AI avatars for personalized education were also discussed. Future technologies, OpenAI's new feature, immersive learning research, VR and AI integration, and concerns about AI hallucination and reliability were addressed. The participants expressed their wishlist for an education-focused VR platform and discussed collaboration and managing the VR environment. The importance of engagement and immersive experiences in the virtual environment, as well as the potential of generative AI, were highlighted. The novelty effect in research and healthcare credentialing in VR were also mentioned.
Spatial computing and AI in education
problem of decreasing student engagement and the impact of technology in the classroom.
example of spatial education using a QR code to overlay a 3D model of the human heart on educational material.
XR in Education
goal of engaging students in class using XR technologies and introduces the team 'You Can Extend It, Relate It Up'. They collaborate with professors and design educational experiences. Research projects are conducted to measure the effectiveness of these experiences.
research projects on XR in education and invites the audience to be active participants using the Slido application.
importance of active learning and introduces Slido as a tool for quick feedback from students.
concept of spatial computing and its relevance in education for teaching and learning 3D concepts. He discusses the natural evolution of the internet and the potential revolution in classrooms.
examples of spatial education applications in the classroom and invites the audience to share their understanding of spatial education.
Learning spatial computing in the metaverse
here is no correct answer to a question, but all answers could be correct, highlighting the fascinating nature of the technology.
examples of using VR technology in dentistry and CPR training, showcasing the increase in engagement and performance observed in the VR groups.
examples of using 3D spatial techniques, including recreating a technique for taking off a helmet, recording a rescue operation, and reconstructing drone footage.
Virtual Reality Training
use of virtual reality technology for training purposes. They explain how they reconstruct real scenarios using drone views and 3D reconstruction software. They also mention the use of realistic makeup for creating victims and the application of Polycam and Spatial for recreating spaces and scenarios. The speaker emphasizes the importance of providing realistic training experiences to prepare students for real-life situations.
Deliberative Polling in the Metaverse
work with the Deliberative Democracy Lab to apply virtual reality technology in deliberative polling. They explain the methodology of deliberative polling and how it aims to gather public opinion after informed discussions. The speaker mentions conducting deliberative polling in person and online due to COVID-19. They express their goal of bringing deliberative polling to the metaverse and highlight the positive experiences they had with conducting it in virtual reality.
Discussion about Meta-Res Technologies and Avatars
meta-res technologies can be better than two-dimensional groups of discussion and talks.
evolution of avatar technology, mentioning that they have become more realistic over time.
metaverse is moving towards a more realistic experience, which may have consequences for harassment and bullying.
potential of AI avatars for personalized education and internationalizing educational material.
creation of a metaverse and showed a space where virtual soccer and football can be taught.
capabilities of the tool, including screen sharing, sharing of videos and images, and the ability to accommodate up to 50-45 students at the same time.
Discussion about future technologies
future technologies, including the ability to have AI, the democratization of creating metaverse experiences using AI, the development of a special classroom, and a project in Mozambique and Uganda to have classes in VR with Spanish and Stanford professors.
Discussion about personal avatars and AI assistants
A participant raises a concern about personal avatars and AI assistants. The speaker discusses their experience with personalized AIs and training an AI agent. They also mention a research project involving feeding an AI with polls.
OpenAI new feature
OpenAI new feature that allows users to create their own AI by paying a monthly fee of $20. He mentions that the AI can be trained with user data and customized. The feature has been found very useful.
Immersive learning research
experience with immersive learning research, stating that it has higher motivation and cognitive effects compared to traditional styles. Pau Guardiola expresses interest in collaborating on publications or conducting new research in this area.
VR and AI integration
integration of VR and AI. He mentions applications like PolyCam for creating 3D objects based on videos or photos, AI agents that can be deployed in metaverse experiences for real-life conversations, and Wanda VR deploying agents in their metaverse experiences. Pau expresses interest in further collaboration and learning about Michael Crawley's research and projects.
concern about some tools not working well and the constant changes in the VR landscape. He asked Pau Guardiola for his thoughts on addressing the challenges of AI hallucination and truth and accuracy reliability.
Discussion about the wishlist for education-focused VR platform
dream of having an education-focused VR platform similar to Spatial. He also mentioned the desire to deploy AI avatars in the platform.
Discussion about collaboration and managing the VR environment
projects are mostly based on frame VR, which is focused on education. He emphasized the need to train people on how to use the VR environment effectively.
concern about people's lack of knowledge and skills in managing the VR environment outside of the educational ecosystem.
Virtual Environment and Engagement
importance of creating an open environment in the virtual space where users can enter, get value, and exchange experiences.
challenges of understanding the purpose and target in a virtual environment compared to a university setting.
importance of engagement and immersive experiences in the virtual environment, particularly with the use of headsets.
risk of platforms focusing on different areas, such as video games, education, or enterprise, and the need for users to decide which platform suits their needs.
Generative AI and Democratization
excitement about generative AI and its potential to change interactions with technology, particularly in complex scenarios.
goal of making interactions as easy as possible, the need to democratize the technology, and the transition from typing to speaking.
Novelty Effect in Research
The participants mentioned the novelty effect and the need for more experience and time to study its impact on research data.
They expressed excitement about conducting research on groups that are already familiar with using certain technologies.
Healthcare Credentialing in VR
work on healthcare credentialing in VR and the research they are conducting on validity and reliability.
importance of gathering evidence and real cases to demonstrate the value of these technologies to the industry.
