Virtual Reality (VR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are revolutionary technologies with the potential to radically transform the landscape of learning and coaching, significantly accelerating and enriching the process.
Exploring the domain of artificial intelligence, we see how the accessibility to information and the speed of its acquisition highlight AI’s transformative power. However, its application extends far beyond this.
In parallel, virtual reality is opening new frontiers in education and coaching, thanks to the introduction of cutting-edge devices from Oculus, Pico VR, and Apple. Studies on these platforms demonstrate that learning can be up to four times faster, with improved performance and optimal concentration, thanks to an immersive environment that minimizes distractions.
Casa Study: VRAINERS
Let’s now analyze the case study of VRAINERS, one of the first virtual reality apps on Oculus that provides the opportunity to train or create personalized simulations to develop both technical and soft skills.
Vrairers is a cutting-edge startup revolutionizing education and professional training through virtual reality (VR) and artificial intelligence (AI). Founded to tailor learning to users’ diverse styles and needs, Vrainers has developed a VR simulation platform available on Oculus Quest 2, 3, and Pro, accessible in numerous countries. The platform offers unique educational experiences that transform how people learn and develop crucial skills. Vrainers’ mission is to provide educational tools that leverage emerging technologies to create engaging, personalized, and highly effective learning experiences. New technologies are used to accelerate learning and professional and personal growth.
VRAINERS offers two main simulations: Storytelling, Public Speaking, and Mindfulness. Each simulation is designed to leverage VR and AI’s unique advantages, providing learning experiences that would not be possible with traditional methods.
The Storytelling simulation helps users develop their narrative skills in an immersive and interactive way. Users can immerse themselves in various virtual settings where they can create and tell stories, allowing them to generate pitches, modify them, and test them. This approach helps improve creativity, communication skills, and self-confidence in a safe and judgment-free environment. Public Speaking is one of the most sought-after and feared skills in the professional world. VRAINERS’ Public Speaking simulation allows users to practice in various situations, such as conferences, business meetings, and academic presentations. Thanks to VR, users can practice in front of a realistic virtual audience. This learning method helps reduce stage fright and improve presentation skills gradually and measurably.
The Mindfulness simulation uses VR to create relaxing and immersive environments where users can practice meditation and relaxation techniques. This approach helps reduce stress, improve concentration, and promote mental well-being in an accessible and engaging way.
In addition to the simulations, we collaborate with companies and professionals to create their simulations privately or for publication within the App on the Oculus Store or Pico VR.
Advantages of Using VR and AI
The adoption of VR and AI in education offers numerous advantages:
- Immersion: VR creates three-dimensional environments that allow users to fully immerse themselves in the learning experience, increasing engagement and information retention.
- Interactivity: VR simulations offer a high level of interactivity, enabling users to explore and manipulate virtual environments naturally and intuitively.
- Personalization: AI can tailor content and learning experiences to users’ needs, enhancing learning effectiveness.
- Accessibility: VR simulations can be accessed from anywhere and anytime, making learning flexible and convenient.
By combining the strengths of VR and AI, we can envision innovative scenarios such as public speaking, healthcare procedures (such as surgical room preparation and intricate surgeries), work safety certifications alongside standards compliance, construction projects, engineering challenges, and energy and plant maintenance represent areas where advanced tools significantly enhance learning and execution of specialized skills; where users can practice in a safe, interactive, and emotionally engaging context. This environment is enriched by a virtual assistant, with whom users can discuss specific topics, offering an unprecedented learning experience. For coaches and instructors, often constrained by limited time, this synergy provides a valuable simulation tool, allowing them to support every individual efficiently and ensure continuous learning.
From the book
Let’s close with a meaningful phrase from the book “Virtual Reality and Artificial Intelligence: Risks and Opportunities for Your Business” published in February 2024 with Taylor and Francis Group – Routledge, by Matteo.
“The benefit of having a tool to train and exercise our skills is needed today more than ever. Technology runs, companies run, and more and more skills and abilities developed quickly are demanded at work, but like everyone, the day consists of 24 hours. So it required a tool that allows us to learn faster, with an impact on our recollection and memory, and above all that untied from space and time.”
