Immersive learning is an innovative approach to education that leverages advanced technologies such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and artificial intelligence (AI) to create highly interactive and engaging learning experiences. By immersing students in realistic, simulated environments, immersive learning fosters a deeper understanding of complex concepts, enhances problem-solving skills, and encourages collaboration and creativity. The Future Hub's immersive learning lab, including the U Theatre, has been meticulously designed to facilitate these experiences. The open space layout allows for flexibility and adaptability, accommodating both individual exploration and group collaboration. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, the lab provides a unique environment where students, educators, and researchers can experiment, innovate, and push the boundaries of traditional education.
The U Theatre at the Kyoto University of Foreign Studies' Future Hub is a state-of-the-art immersive learning space designed to revolutionize higher education. With its 180-degree viewing experience, the U Theatre harnesses the power of augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to create an interactive and engaging learning environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and innovation.
For those interested in SOCIAL IMPACT and GAME DEVELOPMENT living in Japan. Join the Kyoto Sozo Game Jam 2024, a 4-day in-person program on November 8 to 11 focused on creating games for social impact hosted by the US Embassy in collaboration with Kyoto University of Foreign Studies! Whether you're an experienced game developer or a beginner interested in addressing societal challenges, this event is for you. Participants will work on themes like sustainability, gender equality, and public health. Winning teams will receive seed funding totaling 4 million JPY (split across different teams). Apply by October 12th to make a difference through gaming! More details at Kyoto Game Jam.
The Future Hub Forum is a series of events to inspire collaboration, research, and facilitation of new/novel uses of emerging technology in learning spaces.
We are proud to be the home of WILL2025 - World Immersive Learning Labs 2025, bringing together the worlds leaders in facilitating immersive learning.
The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Immersive Open Pedagogies (IOP) Program participated in the Future Hub Forum 2023
Creating Spaces for Immersive Learning: A Look Inside Kyoto University of Foreign Studies' Future Hub for Open Campus Activities 2024
This research explores the multifaceted challenges and opportunities inherent in the integration of Extended Reality (XR) technologies—comprising Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Mixed Reality (MR)—within educational contexts.
Introducing Tomorrow Tourism, Exploring the future of the tourism and hospitality industry for a new generation of sustainable and technological travel.
Reality Labo is an innovative project led by Eric Hawkinson, a learning futurist with over 25 years of experience, which explores the future of education through augmented tourism rallies, AR community art exhibitions, mixed reality escape rooms, and other immersive technology experiments
My Hometown Project is a great idea that encourages people to explore lesser-traveled paths through the eyes of those who grew up in those places.
World Learning Labs, a community of researchers, developers, practitioners, and institutions looking to best design and implement immersive technologies like augmented and virtual reality to power learning.
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