Pal-Mac schools use virtual reality goggles to provide an immersive experience
“It takes whatever is on the paper and makes it come alive,” Grammatico said.
Science teacher Jeffery Cheramie uses a tablet to control the lesson. He can also monitor which headsets are in use in this magical experience. It’s almost like…
“People in my generation know the ‘Magic School Bus,’ where everybody said Ms. Frizzle can go into the human body, that’s what we’re able to do now,” Cheramie said.
So far, there only seems to be one drawback.
“If you have motion sickness, standing up can really make you wobbly, so they recommend that you sit down,” Dolce said.
As fun and flashy as it is, this technology helps kids learn in a time that is filled with other distractions… and gives everyone greater access, from the human brain, to world itself.
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