Use of virtual reality in vocational training

What are the possibilities and limitations of using the new technologies in everyday practice? This was a key question at the meeting at the University of Kassel with Prof. Dr.-Ing. As part of his keynote speech, he presented the results of a study involving 20 trainees. The study examined trainees with regard to their motivation and distraction through VR technology in comparison to a conventionally learning control group. After the training, it was shown that both groups produced a tile backsplash on a training construction site more or less equally well, as assessed by independent evaluators. It is interesting to note that the participants from the virtual reality group were significantly more motivated.

After the theoretical discussion of VR technology, the event participants were able to try out a practical, low-cost implementation based on 3D 360° videos and smartphone-based head-mounted displays using the example of tiling. During the practical part, the participants were able to discuss their questions and ideas in the group.

This case study showed that there are also interesting possibilities for using VR in vocational training. In addition to the presentation of the implementation and the results of the study, the part of the event in which participants had the opportunity to try out this form of virtual reality for themselves was very inspiring.