Universities in South Korea, Japan and Taiwan are increasing investment in virtual reality despite skepticism surrounding meta-universes
Educational institutions in Japan, South Korea and Taiwan are betting on virtual reality (VR) despite mixed progress around the meta-universe concept. Nikkei Asia reports this, citing local universities.
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Pohang University of Science and Technology has raised $500,000 in investment to create classrooms with a focus on virtual reality.
According to university chancellor Moo Hwan Kim, VR technology makes it easier to study hard-to-reach areas like outer space and the molecular world.
Local governments are also trying to keep up with trends. In 2022, the South Korean government invested $186.7 million in the development of the national meta-universe.
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In Japan, digital institutes have reported using virtual reality with more than 6,000 students as of May 2023.
In Japan, as of May 2023, digital institutions reported using virtual reality with more than 6,000 students.
At the same time, engagement in the educational process with the help of VR-helmets declared a high level: 98.5% of those who have tried out this method of training praised it.
Taiwan is trying out virtual reality for children with intellectual disabilities. For example, the local nonprofit Syinlu Social Welfare Foundation uses VR technology to raise awareness of people with autism.
Lydia Liu, head of the foundation, noted that with the help of virtual reality, people can better understand the feelings of discomfort faced by people with autism.