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TC: Possibilities of Virtual Reality in the Cultural Studies Classroom

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Jul 10, 2025 from 09:30 to 12:30 (Europe/Berlin / UTC200)

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MFR (GCSC)

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This hands-on workshop offers PhD candidates, pre- and post-doctoral researchers in cultural studies the opportunity to explore the potential of Virtual Reality (VR) as a tool for immersive learning. Participants will start with a brief technical introduction to VR headsets to ensure they feel confident and comfortable using the equipment. The core of the workshop will involve an individual exploration of the Anne Frank House VR, a compelling VR experience that recreates the historical space and narrative of Anne Frank's story.

Following the VR session, participants will engage in a guided discussion on how VR can enhance cultural studies. They will reflect on their experiences, analyse the pedagogical potential of VR in representing historical and cultural narratives, and explore its applications in research and teaching. Key topics will include the immersive nature of VR, its ability to foster empathy and deeper engagement, and the ethical considerations in using VR to portray sensitive topics. As such, this workshop is a valuable contribution for all (aspiring) teachers at the GCSC, irrespective of whether they research the topic of virtual reality in their scientific projects or not.

By the end of the workshop, participants will have a basic understanding of VR technology, insights into its transformative potential in cultural studies, and inspiration for integrating VR into their own academic work.

 

// Maraike Büst is head of the Lab for Innovative Teaching as part of the Network for Impactful Digital International Teaching Skills (NIDIT) joint project. Eva Dabrowski is coordinator of the Lab for Innovative Teaching and works in media production for the joint project Network for Impactful Digital International Teaching Skills (NIDIT).

 

Many offerings of the Teaching Centre can be credited as working units in the basic certificate “Kompetenz für professionelle Hochschullehre” (Competencies for Professional University Teaching) of the Hochschuldidaktisches Netzwerk Mittelhessen (HDM). For further information, please contact the HDM directly.

 

Please register on Stud.IP to participate.

 

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Die Anmeldefrist endet zwei Wochen vor dem Workshoptermin. Falls sich zu wenige Teilnehmer_innen angemeldet haben, muss der Workshop verschoben werden. Das GCSC setzt sich natürlich frühzeitig mit Ihnen in Verbindung, um Sie über den Stand der Anmeldungen zu informieren.