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Name of VR Application | Google Earth VR | ||||||||||||
Category | World/sites | ||||||||||||
Date of processing: 28/10/19 | |||||||||||||
Technical Framework & Key Data | Software-Provider: Google
Software-Developer: Google Version of app: 1.5
Compatible VR hardware systems: ☐ Google Cardboard ☒ Oculus Rift ☐ Google Daydream View ☐ Oculus Quest ☐ Lenovo Mirage Solo ☐ Samsung Gear VR ☐ Lenovo Explorer ☐ Samsung Odyssey ☒ HTC Vive Pro ☐ PlayStation VR ☒ HTC Vive ☐ Dell Visor ☐ Acer AH 101 ☒ Other: Valve Index ☐ Oculus Go
Compatible operating systems ☐ iOS Version:…………………………… ☐ Android Version:…………………………… ☒ Other:… Windows 8.1 and later
Languages available ☒ English ☐ Italian ☐ Spanish ☐ German |
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Learning Content | Physical and Urban Geography Contents | ||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes | Knowledge | ||||||||||||
The adult learners will be able to:
· Explain what the physical geography of a particular place looks like · List the different geographical features of a particular area · Explain what the World Heritage Sites are
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Skills | |||||||||||||
The adult learners will be able to:
· Locate various geographic accidents in a specific area of the Earth · Identify the most outstanding monuments in each country · Locate the most important rivers in the world
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Competences | |||||||||||||
The adult learners will be able to:
· Determine the different existing landscapes on the earth or in a particular area and relate it to the climate in that same area
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Activities provided | Google Earth allows users to explore the VR world from totally new perspectives in virtual reality. The app allows to stroll the streets of Tokyo, soar over the Grand Canyon, or walk around the Eiffel Tower. This virtual reality app lets users see the world's cities, landmarks, natural and wonders. Users can fly over a city, stand at the top of the highest peaks, and even soar into space. Cinematic Earth Comes with VR tours and hand-picked destinations that send users to the Amazon River, the Manhattan skyline, the Grand Canyon, the Swiss Alps, and more. | ||||||||||||
Added value for low-skilled/-qualified adults |
The VR application "Google Earth" can be very interesting and beneficial when it comes to providing knowledge about Physical-Urban or Social Geography to low-skilled/qualified adult learners. Especially those who have difficulties with traditional learning methods, as the application provides an extraordinary perspective of concepts and content of Physical-Urban Geography. It allows learners to immerse themselves in the world by exploring it at their own pace and, consequently, can improve the understanding of Geography in general. | ||||||||||||
SWOT analysis |
*1…very poor/low; 2…poor/low; 3…OK/medium; 4…good/high; 5…very good/high
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Ideal application/utilization |
Context of ideal application The Google Earth VR application is ideal for teaching and learning Physical-Urban and Social Geography, providing learners with knowledge and data that will improve their understanding of the subject in general and other more specific issues.
Instructions for preparation The teacher or instructor must previously select what to work on and visualize, in order to better adapt to the content. Previously, didactic and pedagogical materials should be provided to initiate the subject. The application is simple and intuitive and does not need much previous explanation. Ergonomic and adequate chairs should be used, as well as enough space to visualize the application.
Instructions for mentoring You must work on the contents beforehand to be able to deeper guide and advise the learners. A possible task for the learners could include choosing an ancient city and exploring it and seeing the different expansions it has undergone throughout its history, differentiating the typology and urban organization of it. Many Geographic contents can generate later a work or debate or discussion after using the VR application
Do’s and don’ts The application can be an ideal complement to work on a specific topic. Thinking mainly in the Physical and Urban Geography Learners can be given the opportunity to propose other searches at a later session after using the application. After the session, they could solve a common problem, debate, ask questions, provide documentation, etc. Take into account learners with certain sensibilities because the application requires movement. As well as situations with a certain impact
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