The Technology Enhanced Learning Innovation and Design (TELID) Team have recently taken possession of a Pupil Invisible eye tracking system from Pupil Labs. This consists of a pair of glasses with built in cameras and sensors which connects and records to a mobile phone. This system allows the user to be fully mobile while capturing… Read more » about Investigating Eye Tracking Technology
Monthly Archives: February 2020
Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality And Retailers
Retail today looks completely different than it did five years ago, and five years from now it will look completely different than it does today. Technology is advancing at a pace that requires retailers to not just keep pace with these changes, but stay ahead of the adoption curve in order to remain competitive and… Read more » about Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality And Retailers
How Virtual Reality (VR) Is Impacting the Healthcare Industry
While Virtual Reality (VR) is most commonly associated with gaming, video entertainment and retail, there is a much more significant and deeper impact that this advanced technology is making, and that is in the healthcare industry. In recent years, there are positive outcomes that are being reported by the use of VR on the lives… Read more » about How Virtual Reality (VR) Is Impacting the Healthcare Industry
Could Virtual Reality Be the Future of Fitness?
Only about 20% of Americans get the recommended amount of exercise a week, according to the Centers for Disease Control, but researchers say there’s a tool on the market that has the potential to change that. According to industry experts, 2019 was the biggest year yet for virtual reality headset sales and many of the virtual reality… Read more » about Could Virtual Reality Be the Future of Fitness?
Postgraduate Researchers | New Training Needs Analysis Template
Following the first Postgraduate Researcher Development Steering Group I am happy to circulate a new Training Needs Analysis template. This template can be used to help guide the conversation around researcher development and record ongoing development.
Sharing pedagogical innovation
BU Learning Technologists have recently been exploring some recent innovations in education technology and last Wednesday the Technology Enhanced Learning Innovation and Design (TELID) team hosted a drop-in session in the Fusion building to share some of this work. Participants enjoyed a high quality Virtual Reality experience via the Oculus Rift S which doesn’t require… Read more » about Sharing pedagogical innovation
How Virtual Reality Is Benefiting Seniors
It’s usually the youth that is associated with cutting-edge technology, but we’re seeing an unlikely group of early adopters emerge—the elderly. Virtual Reality (VR) is being used to better the lives of senior citizens all over the world by reducing loneliness, improving their mental health and transporting them to far-flung places without needing to leave… Read more » about How Virtual Reality Is Benefiting Seniors
Would you eat a ‘steak’ printed by robots?
You might not know it, but if you wear a hearing aid, you are likely to be part of the 3D printing revolution. Almost all hearing aids nowadays are produced using the technique. Also known as additive manufacturing, 3D printing involves building up layers of material – plastic, metal or resin – and bonding them… Read more » about Would you eat a ‘steak’ printed by robots?
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We Need Your Help | PGR & Supervisor Views | Postgraduate Researcher Development Needs
We Need Your Help PGR & Supervisor Views Postgraduate Researcher Development Needs The Postgraduate Researcher Development Steering Group aims to support Faculty enhancement in postgraduate researcher development opportunities. In order to do this effectively, we need to gain an understanding of what is required. We would greatly appreciate it if you could take the time… Read more » about We Need Your Help | PGR & Supervisor Views | Postgraduate Researcher Development Needs
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