106 institutions to deliver soft skills training in VR through Bodyswaps and Meta Immersive Learning grant

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January 27, 2023 – Bodyswaps, a provider of immersive learning software that allows learners to practice soft skills in virtual reality (VR) with AI-enabled analytical feedback, together with Meta Immersive Learning, has announced the final list of higher and further education institutions to participate in an Immersive Learning Pilot Programme.

Bodyswaps’ VR learning platform brings realistic simulations and AI-enabled feedback to soft skills training. Users can practice their soft skills in VR without feeling self-conscious, while building the communication, teamwork and leadership skills needed to succeed in a global job market.

According to Bodyswaps, 106 colleges and universities across the globe will receive access to virtual reality hardware and software with 3 months unlimited access to the full Bodyswaps soft skills learning library. Meta will support with hardware donations of Meta Quest 2 VR headsets.

The programme aims to allow wider access to immersive learning technologies in education and supports students with gaining the necessary soft skills needed to compete and stand out in a global job market.

Bodyswaps stated that a variety of courses will be available to the grantees, including modules on diversity and inclusion, public speaking and employability training, to empower students with soft skills development that might have been hindered as a result of the pandemic.

The grant will also double up as a research project led by Thomas More University of Applied Sciences, leveraging data collected from the University’s students and staff, to demonstrate the potential impact of metaverse technologies in education.

Commenting on the announcement, CEO and Co-founder of Bodyswaps, Christophe Mallet said: “Immersive technologies represent an immense opportunity to improve education for traditionally underserved populations. This grant, the largest of its kind ever, will demonstrate the impact VR learning can have at scale and show the way for a more human-centric and equalitarian future for education.”

Through Meta Immersive Learning, Meta is investing USD $150 million to help develop the next generation of metaverse creators, fund high quality immersive experiences that can transform the way people learn, and increase access to learning through technology.

Together, Bodyswaps and Meta Immersive learning are working to demonstrate the possibilities for learning in the metaverse to institutions that may not have had access without the grant.

“We are excited to see more education institutions embrace the potential of immersive technologies. Bodyswaps are providing transformative opportunities for educators and learners alike, and we’re thrilled to continue supporting them.” said Leticia Jauregui, Global Head of Meta Immersive Learning.

For more information on Bodyswaps and its immersive soft skills training solutions, please visit the company’s website.

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