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Inclusive Uses Of Avatars And Narratives In Vr Biology Simulations, Amy L. Pate

Emerging Learning Design Conference

Arizona State University’s mission is that we are measured not by whom we exclude, but rather by whom we include and how they succeed. This mission normally focuses on classroom faculty using inclusive language and equitable teaching practices.

In 2017, we embarked on creating a fully online biology degree, which included developing three virtual lab courses. ASU faculty and staff partnered with developers at Google and Labster to create real-life narratives walking students through a variety of laboratory experiments.

During testing, the ASU team realized that students were completely immersed in the stories, and emotionally influenced by the avatars and …

Students’ Choice: Personalized Learning In Online Courses, Deborah Nagler

Emerging Learning Design Conference

Concurrent Session D

A Technologist’S Identity: Fostering Diversity In Learning, Keanna Skipwith, C.L Eddins

Emerging Learning Design Conference

Concurrent Session C

Culture And Stem Education, Leah Buechley

Emerging Learning Design Conference

Keynote Presentation