The Versatilist

In this episode of the Versatilist AREA, Tim and I talk about whether one actually needs a 100 inch virtual monitor.

In this episode, I speak with Karen Magruder and Ann Cavallo about their work "AI-Powered Education: Innovative Teaching Strategies to Elevate Student Learning."  That book can be accessed at the following link:https://uta.pressbooks.pub/aipowerededucation/

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Eileen McGivney about her work "Complexity of Agency in VR Learning Environments: Exploring Associations with Interactivity, Learning Outcomes, and Affect."

In this episode, I speak with Nastaran Mohammadhossein & Alex Richter about their work "Navigating augmented reality: Obstacles to use and tactics to overcome them."

In this episode of the Versatilist, I speak with Daniela Olea about her work "The Role of Enjoyment and Epistemic Emotions in Middle School AR Learning: A Quasi‐Experimental Field Study."1.- Journal of Computer Assisted Learning: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/13652729/2025/41/22.- Chair of teaching and Learning with Digital Media TUM School of Social Sciences and Technology Technical University of Munich: https://www.edu.sot.tum.de/en/lldm/welcome/3.- Daniela Olea-Ibarra: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniela-olea-ibarra-71344a153/https://ciie.up.edu.mx/

In this episode, I speak with Lara Ditrich and Martin Lachmair about their work "A 'front-row seat' to catastrophe: testing the effect of immersive technologies on sympathy and pro-environmental behavior in the context of rising sea levels."

In this episode, I speak with Richard Oveh about his work "Nigerian Indigenous Language Learning Using Augmented Reality."  Use the following links to follow Richard:orcid ID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2981-0862  email : richard.oveh@unidel.edu.nglinkedin: http://linkedin.com/in/richard-oveh-7b130041 researchgate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Richard-Oveh google scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=koqPmpoAAAAJ&hl=en scopus: https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57210105017 

In this episode, Amy and I take a few minutes to enjoy the finer things in life.

In this episode, I speak with Pei-Chun Lee about her article "Crafting learning experiences: A case study of the National Palace Museum."

In this episode, Tim and I talk about companies that are making AR food available as a proof of concept.

In this episode I speak with Sanzida Mojib Luna about her work "Exploring Deaf And Hard of Hearing Peoples' Perspectives On Tasks In Augmented Reality: Interacting With 3D Objects And Instructional Comprehension."

In this episode I speak with Leonel Morgado & Vlasios Kasapakis about their work "Ancient Greek Technology: An Immersive Learning Use Case Described Using a Co-Intelligent Custom ChatGPT Assistant."

In this episode of the Happy Hour, Amy and I talk about the ability to taste things in XR, whether VR Casinos are trustworthy, and Sundance Film Festival entries dealing with VR.

In this episode, I speak with Chi-Ming Lam, Acting Head & Associate Professor, Department of International Education in the Education University of Hong Kong.  We had a great conversation about his work "Building ethical virtual classrooms: Confucian perspectives on avatars and VR."

In this episode, I speak with Mirko Zitti and Giorgia Pregnolato about their work "Effectiveness of Virtual Reality for Pain Management in Musculoskeletal Disorders Across Anatomical Regions: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis."To connect with Mirko, use the following links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mirko-zitti-834a9581/https://www.facebook.com/mirko.zitti To connect with Giorgia, use the following link:https://www.linkedin.com/in/giorgia-pregnolato-50ba33a9 

In this episode, Tim and I talk about high-speed face tracking technologies, the $22 Billion US Army Headset Program, and AR use in branding.

In this episode I speak with Sabina Nowak and Regina Kaplan-Rakowski about their work "The Impact of Relaxational Virtual Reality and Video Learning Activities on Subjective Vitality in a Blended Learning Environment"

In this episode, I speak with Makenzie Schroeder and Lissa Behm-Morawitz about their work "Digitally curated beauty: The impact of slimming beauty filters on body image, weight loss desire, self-objectification, and anti-fat attitudes"For more information about their work, please check out the following links: Makenzie's LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/makenzie-schroeder-21477915a/ Lissa's Google scholar profile: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=622gUCgAAAAJ&hl=en Here is more information on the Media & Diversity Center, in which Lissa is co-director and Makenzie is a graduate student research associate:  https://communication.missouri.edu/media-and-diversity-center Media & Diversity Center blog:  https://medium.com/@mdcmizzou Media & Diversity Center Instagram:  @mdcchat Media & Diversity Center X account:  @mdcchat

In this episode, I speak with Robson Viol and Saul Delabrida about their work "EduVR Collab: A tool for management immersive collaborative learning."  To read the paper, click the following link:https://journals-sol.sbc.org.br/index.php/jis/article/view/4276

In this episode, Amy and I talk about the predictions that folks have made about what will happen with immersive technology this year - you know, the ones that are sure to be wrong.

In this episode, I speak with Chad Mourning about his works "Electromagnetic Goggles for NAVAID Antenna Pattern Visualization" and "3D Real-Time Augmented Reality Weather Visualizations for Aircraft Safety During Flight."

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Odiase Bernard Osahon about his work "Revolutionizing Experiential Marketing: Augmented Reality in Marketing, Consumer Engagement and Brand Loyalty"

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Purvi Shah about her work "Escape From Passive Learning: Harnessing Gamified Digital Educational Escape Rooms for Immersive Marketing Education"

In this episode, Tim and I talk about navigating AR with your feet, body dysmorphia issues, and really expensive golf equipment.

In this episode of the AREA, Tim and I talk about blockchain technology and how it can be used in AR games.  Neither of us knows what we're talking about, though.

In this episode, I catch up with Adrian Duncan who is doing some fantastic work using hologram technology in his library.

In this episode, I catch up with Yao Huang who has finished her dissertation and moved into a tenure-track position.

In this episode, Tim and I talk about AR archeology and sailing.

In this episode, I speak with Tatiana Chemi and Kristian Firing about their work "The Basement: Introducing the Lab."

In this episode, Tim and I take a tour through the newest developments in Augmented Reality.

In this episode, Tim and I talk about some new advances in AR glasses...

In this episode, I speak with Tero Kaarlele and Tomi Pitkäaho about their work "A cross-platform-multi-user virtual training environment for waterproofing."  Here are the links and pictures we discussed.Ev battery disassembly and sorting: https://rebo.centria.fi/recirculate/Centria & FIU robotics collaboration: https://rebo.centria.fi/Samis/Recirculate web page: https://recirculate.eu/Images:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rRxW9w86IdLlZHogm-NhopwGfKeMwn7z/view?usp=drive_link https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HDE4NBoWErAP1FbB3T_at9CqrfMUZmwO/view?usp=drive_linkhttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1v7doJLjmXiv3NQ8kreQnf9s5Zk5d0geJ/view?usp=drive_link

In this episode, I speak with Julianna Washington about her work "A Qualitative Comparison of Mathematics Teachers' and Students' Experiences in a Virtual Reality Algebra Application."

In this episode, Tim and I talk about the various AR apps that Tim used while traveling after the ILRN conference.

In this episode, I speak with Georgie Qiao Jin about her work "Is Your Family Ready for VR? Ethical Concerns and Considerations in Children's VR Usage" 

In this episode, I speak with Elisa Serrano & Peter Mozelius about their work "Design of Virtual Reality Environments to Support Learning in History  Education"

In this episode, I speak with Chih-Pu Dai about his work "Preservice Teacher Learning in Virtual Reality Simulation with Artificial Intelligence-Powered Virtual Students: Emotions and Teacher Talk Patterns"

In this episode, I speak with Lorna Massov and Brian Robinson about their work "'Giving birth on a beach': Women's experiences of using virtual reality in labour."  It was a fascinating discussion about a really exciting use for VR.  For more information, read more of their work:https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0304349https://obgyn.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/ajo.13591

In this episode, I speak with Yaojiong Yu about his article ""IMARISS: Story Creation Tools-Inspiration Mobile Augmented Reality Interactive Story System."

In this episode of the Happy Hour, Amy and I talk about VR rats and spiders.

In this episode, I speak with Hsuan Hsu, about his article "Optimizing Learning Outcomes in Aesthetic Education Through Technological Integration: AR/VR Applications in Hospitality Aesthetics Course."  Hsuan is doing some fascinating work with VR in the realm of aesthetic education.

In this episode, I speak with Fernando Elemar Vicente dos Anjos about his work "Boosting Engineering Education with Virtual Reality: An Experiment to Enhance Student Knowledge Retention."

In this episode I speak with Sara de Freitas and Daniel Livingstone during the 10th Annual ILRN Conference in Glasgow, Scotland.  Sara was the opening Keynote speaker for the conference, and we went over to Daniel's recording studio to have a great conversation.

In this episode, I speak with Stelios Mystakidis & Athena Papadopoulou about their work "Immersive Storytelling in Social Virtual Reality for Human-Centered Learning about Sensitive Historical Events."  There is a lot to unpack from this conversation.  For more information about their work, check out the links below:Papadopoulou, A., Mystakidis, S., & Tsinakos, A. (2024). Immersive Storytelling in Social Virtual Reality for Human-Centered Learning about Sensitive Historical Events. Information, 15(5), 244. https://doi.org/10.3390/info15050244 Interactive e-book on Asia Minor Catastrophe (on English): https://istologio.org/files/listening_to_the_voices.htmlAsia Minor Catastrophe: https://www.europeana.eu/en/blog/the-asia-minor-catastrophe MSc & PhD program in Immersive Technologies - Innovation in Education, Training and Game Design (fully online and taught in English): https://imt.cs.duth.gr/ More relevant publications on Education in Immersive Technologies & the Metaverse: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Stylianos-Mystakidis 

In this episode, I speak with Liangjing Yang about his article "Robotics via Experiential Active Learning with Immersive Technology: A Pedagogical Framework Designed for Engineering Curricula"

In this episode, I speak with Katie Abrams about her work "Using Virtual Reality to Teach Science Vocabulary to Transition Aged Youth With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities"

In this episode, I speak with Phillip Motley about his work with immersive experiences.  The article that starts this conversation is "Defining Immersive Learning," but the conversation ranged all over.

In this episode, Tim and I talk about Virtual Reality cocktails and ignore any mention of VR Minecraft.

In this episode, I speak with Asli Saylan Kirmizigul who is doing some excellent work.  We talked about her article "A rollercoaster STEM activity involving virtual reality"

In this episode, Tim and I talk about the price of AR Swimming goggles, and VR helmets for fighter pilots and motorcycle riders.  Plus, we get introduced to Dirt McGurt

In this episode, Tim and I talk about the various new VR and AR headsets that are out (or are slated to come out...someday).