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Immersion is the subjective impression that one is participating in a comprehensive, realistic experience. Interactive media now enable various degrees of digital immersion. The more a virtual immersive experience is based on design strategies that combine actional, symbolic, and sensory factors, the greater the participant's suspension of disbelief that she or he is "inside" a digitally enhanced setting. Studies have shown that immersion in a digital environment can enhance education in at least three ways: by allowing multiple perspectives, situated learning, and transfer. Further studies are needed on the capabilities of immersive media for learning, on the instructional designs best suited to each type of immersive medium, and on the learning strengths and preferences these media develop in users.

HBO's multiple perspective storytelling Cube is very interesting

Technology, Entertainment, Design: riveting talks by remarkable people, free to to the world. Some of the most amazing video presentations on the Internet on a variety of current topics. Excellent stuff for inspiring class and putting things in perspective.

usability and design from the perspective of service. Very relevant to educators and edtech people in particular!

student perspectives from around the world

Phrenopolis: the Solar System to scale

Phrenopolis: the Solar System to scale

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