The College of Education at TCU launches it’s InnovatED: Immersive Technology Workshop Series on Oct. 18. This series offers a hands-on, practical dive into the latest tools and methods for bringing cutting-edge technology into the classroom, making learning more interactive, dynamic and globally connected.
Each monthly session will spotlight a unique area of immersive technology—ideal for educators, tech enthusiasts and anyone curious about integrating innovative tools into educational settings. Whether you’re interested in augmented reality, geospatial technology or digital storytelling, this series will equip you with new ways to engage, teach and create.
Workshop Schedule:
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October 18, 12:00 - 1:00 pm: Intro to Immersive Technology
Get a foundational overview of immersive tech’s role in education and learn how to start using it effectively in your setting. -
November 15, 2:00 - 3:00 pm: Bringing the World to Your Desktop: Geospatial Technology as an Instructional Tool
Explore how geospatial tools can make global exploration possible without leaving your desk. -
January 31, 12:00 - 1:00 pm: Authoring Immersive Worlds with Thinglink
Learn to create interactive learning experiences and immersive virtual environments. -
February 28, 12:00 - 1:00 pm: Field-Based Data Collection with Survey123 and ArcGIS
Delve into data collection methods using mobile technology to enhance field learning. -
March 28, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm: Introduction to Augmented Reality
Discover the potential of augmented reality and how to incorporate it into your teaching toolkit. -
April 11, 12:00 - 1:00 pm: ArcGIS Storymaps and Atlas in Education
Uncover how to create interactive stories and visual content that bring educational topics to life.
Why Attend?
Each session is designed to be interactive and applicable, providing you with practical skills that you can use immediately. You’ll have the chance to connect with other educators and tech-minded individuals, expand your professional toolkit and explore new ways to engage and inspire students.
Whether you’re an experienced educator, an instructional designer or a technology enthusiast, this series will offer valuable insights and hands-on experience in some of today’s most exciting educational technologies.
Join us for one session or participate in the whole series—each workshop brings unique value that can elevate your approach to teaching, learning and artistic expression.
