IMMERSE

Q4 brought a ton of highlights for the IMMERSE Research team!

Coming into 2025 full steam ahead 🔥

IMMERSE’s AI Avatars are your personalized AI tutors. They speak Spanish, English, and French, and they’re set to your proficiency level so you can use them to practice the skills you’re currently working on. All about AI-Powered Practice ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gBFQEytM

📢 NEW RESEARCH ALERT! 📢 A recent study with research partners from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of North Texas, UC Santa Barbara, Meta, and IMMERSE reveals how VR and AI are transforming language learning for students! 🚀 Here’s what the data tells us: 💬 92% of students felt less nervous speaking with AI-powered avatars compared to classroom activities. 🧠 70% said VR helped them stay fully focused by reducing distractions. 📚 61% learned new phrases and sentences while chatting with AI bots. Full study ➡️ https://lnkd.in/grDfVFAM

📚 "This recognition is a testament to our approach from the beginning, which was to blend the best practices in language education with the unique affordances of virtual reality. And we keep social interaction at the core because we know that that leads to more effective learning." 🌟 - Misty Wilson, Ed.D., Chief Learning Officer IMMERSE

📚 "From day one, we’ve blended the best practices in language education with VR’s unique potential, keeping social interaction at the core," said Misty Wilson as she held her trophy high, accepting the XR Education and Training Solution of the Year award on behalf of IMMERSE. Their groundbreaking approach is transforming immersive learning, proving that connection is key to effective education. Congratulations on leading the way in reshaping how the world learns! 🌟 #XRAwards #ImmersiveLearning #EducationTech #AI #VR

When we think about the power of #VR in #education, it’s easy to get caught up in recreating real-world spaces — building #digitaltwins of classrooms, offices, or even whole universities. While these environments can feel familiar and grounding, they only scratch the surface of what VR is capable of. What I wish more people understood: VR isn’t just a tool for replication — it’s a tool for transformation. If we limit VR to mimicking real life, we miss out on its most powerful potential: creating contextually relevant learning experiences that go beyond what’s possible in traditional classroom settings. Why does learning in contextually relevant scenes matter? 💡It activates deeper engagement: Context isn’t just about the visuals — it’s about creating scenarios where learners actively use the language or skills they’re learning. Instead of just “being in” a coffee shop, imagine negotiating a deal in a bustling market or solving a crisis in a futuristic control room. These scenarios are engaging because they immerse learners in purpose-driven tasks that feel meaningful and exciting. At IMMERSE, for example, we’ve created scenarios where language learners collaborate to prepare for a business meeting in a skyscraper or practice socializing in a bowling alley, helping them feel the relevance of their learning. 💡It builds confidence for real-world application: Practicing in a high-stakes but simulated environment prepares learners for success in the real world. Whether it’s delivering a business pitch or navigating social situations, VR gives them the chance to practice in a risk-free space that builds real confidence. For example, one IMMERSE learner shared how practicing ordering at a restaurant in VR gave them the courage to order in Spanish on a recent vacation to Spain. 💡It unlocks the impossible: VR gives us the ability to break the laws of physics, time, and geography. Want to practice French while exploring the markets of 19th-century Paris? Or learn teamwork by solving puzzles on a spaceship? Contextually relevant doesn’t have to mean realistic — it means creating the right environment for the task at hand. One of my favorite examples from IMMERSE is a language class set in a virtual deserted island, where learners collaborate to use the resources on the island to sustain themselves, sparking curiosity and creativity. At IMMERSE, we don’t just replicate the real world — we redefine it. We design VR spaces that are carefully tailored to immerse learners in meaningful, relevant contexts where they can thrive. By combining innovative design with purposeful scenarios, we create experiences that resonate deeply with learners and inspire real-world success. Because when learners feel connected to the environment, the task, and the purpose, that’s when the magic happens. Let’s push the boundaries of what VR can do for education. Replication is just the beginning — transformation is the goal. 💥 #edtech

David just finished his first session with IMMERSE and couldn't be happier! He loved the ability to have every lesson transcribed into notes and stored for later and found the platform fun and intuitive. ⬇️

🌟 BIG WIN for IMMERSE! 🌟 We are beyond thrilled to share that IMMERSE has earned our third XR Award after being named 2024 Education Company of the Year at the XR Awards tonight in Amsterdam! 🏆🎉 This recognition highlights our commitment to transforming language learning through virtual reality and human connection. IMMERSE is all about breaking barriers, building confidence, and creating a vibrant global community of learners. This win is a testament to the incredible work of our team and the support of our passionate members around the world. Thank you to AIXR, Meta and all our partners for believing in our mission to pioneer immersive language learning in the metaverse. And special thank you to our Chief Learning Officer Misty Wilson, Ed.D. for representing on the red carpet! 🌎 Here’s to more milestones and meaningful connections ahead!

The more we immerse ourselves in the language and actively use it, the faster we make progress. Having a language training option that provides immersion and speaking with real people is crucial for learners of Business English, who: - need to develop speaking confidence and nuanced communication skills - require the quickest possible route to fluency - have very specific language needs related to their jobs This is why we design our lessons to get our Members speaking straight away: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gmtnbfrJ