Providing health sciences education through virtual reality experiences

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5195/jmla.2023.1632

Keywords:

virtual reality, gamification, health sciences library, technology in curriculum

Abstract

In 2020 – 2021 the Robert B. Greenblatt, M.D. Library at Augusta University implemented two projects leveraging virtual reality (VR) technology to provide immersive experiential learning opportunities for health sciences students. The projects shared some commonalities in spite of having differing objectives and desired outcomes. These common facets led to the success of both projects and will be helpful for other institutions considering implementing VR projects.

Author Biography

Lachelle Smith, Digital Learning Support Specialist, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA

Office of Information Technology | Digital Learning Technology

References

Kouame, G, Wood, E, Orlosky, J. A virtual reality library space for health centered education and well-being. J Hosp Librariansh. 2021;21(3):281-288. [cited 28 June 2022]. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8664009/.

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Published

2023-10-02

Issue

Vol. 111 No. 4 (2023): October 2023

Section

Virtual Project

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Copyright (c) 2023 Gail Kouame, Jennifer Davis, Lachelle Smith

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