Learner-centered Initiative

At UNLV, we're pioneering a revolution in education through immersive learning initiatives that empower students to engage, create, and connect in transformative ways. With Dreamscape Learn, a presidential initiative coupled with state-of-the-art audio and video production facilities, we are creating a dynamic learning environment where technology and creativity converge. Dreamscape Learn is a collaborative effort, operating in partnership with University Libraries, the Office of Teaching and Learning Innovation, and the Office of Information Technology.

Dreamscape Learn is a key component of our learner-centered approach, leveraging the power of interactivity and storytelling within immersive environments. By transporting students to these virtual reality worlds, we free them from distractions and ignite their curiosity, allowing them to become explorers and knowledge seekers accessing experiences that might otherwise be out of reach. This resonates deeply with today's students, who have grown up immersed in digital worlds. Repurposing these technologies for education unlocks immense potential, particularly in challenging subjects like STEM.

This initiative reflects UNLV's commitment to immersive learning, aiming to enhance academic performance and social mobility for all of our students, regardless of demography, geography, or socio-economic circumstances.

Features

The 4,000-square-foot VR space is a hub of immersive learning, featuring a 16-seat immersive classroom and a free-roam entertainment space featuring content that adapts the creativity from movie and theme park industries for instructional purposes. Students will experience engaging storytelling, captivating worlds, sound effects, motion and vibrations, lighting, music, and hands-on learning experiences. The space also includes a collaborative development space where faculty and students can learn to create their own VR content.

Dreamscape Learn harnesses the power of virtual reality and cinematic narratives w to deliver educational immersive experiences for both campus-based and online courses. It redefines how we teach and learn by:

• Leveraging technology and emotional narratives to transform complex concepts into captivating adventures, fostering a deeper understanding for all students.
• Engaging students in real-time problem solving, tackling challenges in dynamic virtual environments, developing critical thinking skills in a safe and interactive setting.
• Positions UNLV as a leader in immersive learning at the forefront of educational innovation, developing and sharing cutting-edge virtual content.
• Providing a rigorous, standards-based approach to content development that maps to existing courses and seamlessly integrates with learning management systems.
• Empowering students to create their own content using the Dreamscape Learn SDK, unlocking new levels of creative possibilities.
• Bringing once-in-a-lifetime experiences within reach to all students, allowing them to explore distant lands, world-class museums, and natural wonders.