Immersive Learning in Teacher Education: Simulated Environments, Tools, and Practices - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798369398623

Publisher: Information Science Publishing, 2025

Synopsis

As the demand for educators continues to grow, teacher preparation programs must evolve to equip future teachers with the skills and confidence needed for today s dynamic classrooms. Using innovative technologies such as virtual simulations, augmented reality, and AI platforms has transformed teacher education. These immersive tools provide safe, controlled spaces where aspiring educators can practice, reflect, and refine their instructional strategies in real time. By bridging theory and practice, immersive learning empowers teacher candidates to develop critical competencies and adapt more effectively to the realities of diverse educational settings. Immersive Learning in Teacher Education: Simulated Environments, Tools, and Practices explores the use of immersive technology in higher education. The book uses examples from accredited governments and education departments from around the world and serves as a source of possibility and inspiration for academics and faculties across the higher education landscape as well as for classroom teachers working in schools and other educational settings. Covering topics such as AI, gamification, and virtual reality, this book is an excellent resource for teachers, higher education faculty, and policymakers, academicians, researchers, and more.

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About the Author

Wendy Goff , PhD., is an Associate Professor, School Partnerships Mathematics Education and Deputy Head of the School of Education Melbourne at Australian Catholic University. Her research explores the dynamics of adult relationships and partnerships, including their impact on children's learning and development. Wendy uses four vehicles to study these relationships: mathematics education; technology; early childhood education; and health and wellbeing.

Edition details

• Publisher: Information Science Publishing
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798369398623
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 422
• Editor: Goff Wendy May