VirtualReality
Meta’s reportedly shopping for exclusive content on its upcoming VR headset
Meta’s reportedly shopping for exclusive content on its upcoming VR headset Meta is reportedly shopping for exclusive content for its upcoming VR headset “Loma”, which may be similar to the recently rumored “Puffin” headset. The Wall Street Journal reports that Meta is seeking new and existing licensed content, including VR or timed exclusives, for Loma’s […]
💻 Technology
Temporary anxiety can hamper learning
Temporary anxiety can hamper learning A recent study published in Nature Science of Learning found that temporary anxiety can significantly impact learning and spatial memory. The researchers used a virtual reality game to test participants’ ability to distinguish between safe and dangerous areas, and found that those who learned to do so showed better spatial […]
🏥 Health
Engineering students explore how to ethically design and locate nuclear facilities in this college course
Engineering students explore how to ethically design and locate nuclear facilities in this college course While nuclear power can reap enormous benefits, it also comes with some risks. Michel Gounot/GODONG/Stone via Getty Images Uncommon Courses is an occasional series from The Conversation U.S. highlighting unconventional approaches to teaching. Title of course: Socially Engaged Design of […]
📚 Education