Lumination Spotlight: Smart Cities, Aboriginal Landmarks and Open Labs Series Unveiled

The Lumination Spotlight will provide an inside look at how schools nationwide are revolutionising education with our immersive technology, educational programs, and experiences in Lumination Learning Labs.

These innovative spaces empower students to interact with state-of-the-art tools, fostering creativity and cultivating essential skills for the future. From venturing into virtual worlds to engaging in hands-on problem-solving, the opportunities are limitless.

This edition of Lumination Spotlight sees students across Australia are delving into Aboriginal landmarks, designing smart cities, and leveraging cutting-edge technology to address real-world challenges. Here are the latest highlights from our schools:

Beacon Program Shines in Horsham, Victoria

Horsham’s Beacon Holiday Program wrapped up with 10 enthusiastic Year 4-6 students embarking on a four-day immersive adventure at The Station – Horsham. Led by Sara White and Shai Coggins from Lumination, this program, sponsored by Lumination and BAE Systems Australia, focused on addressing global sustainability challenges through emerging technologies.

Throughout the week, students explored the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and deepened their understanding of climate change using handheld VR experiences. They also crafted personalised Merge Cubes, representing their unique identities. Working in teams, they designed group crests centred on sustainability themes and began planning their very own Smart City, showcasing innovative solutions to modern environmental issues.

Parents and educators were thrilled to see the students’ creativity and ingenuity, especially as they used technologies like VR, AI, coding, and 3D modelling to gain vital STEM skills for the future. This experience not only fostered their technical abilities but also prepared them for the careers of tomorrow.

Exploring Aboriginal Landmarks in Port Lincoln

Port Lincoln High School students are on an exciting journey to capture the essence of their local heritage through their latest XR project. Equipped with 360° cameras, the students are documenting significant Aboriginal landmarks around Port Lincoln, transforming them into immersive tourist points for the local community and visitors.

Utilising ThingLink to create interactive experiences, the students are guided by Emma, a local Aboriginal cultural advocate, whose knowledge and passion are shaping this powerful project. By connecting with the land and its rich history, the students are not only learning new skills in immersive technology but also fostering a deeper appreciation for Aboriginal culture and storytelling.

Recap: Lumination’s Open Lab Series at Australian Christian College – Marsden Park

We’re thrilled to share the highlights from Lumination’s latest Open Lab Series, hosted at Australian Christian College – Marsden Park. The afternoon was filled with inspiring conversations and hands-on demonstrations, showcasing how immersive technology is shaping the future of education.

A big thank you to our fantastic speakers from ACC – Ross Howard, Ron Raj, Ben Tranter, Skye Musumeci, and Simeon Jordan – as well as students Naomi and Vivaan. They shared firsthand experiences of how immersive technology is being used to enhance student engagement, problem-solving, and creativity across a range of subjects.

Ross Howard, ACC’s Assistant Principal: Development & Logistics, spoke about the impact of the Lumination Learning Lab: “We have been enraptured by some of the opportunities that were presented [by our Lumination Learning Lab]. We found that it’s been a fantastic expansion of facility and opportunity for rich learning experiences for our students, from primary school all the way up through to our HSC students.”

We are grateful for everyone’s participation and it was wonderful to see such excitement around integrating new technology into the classroom.

South Australian educators – don’t miss out on our next Open Lab session at Endeavour College on November 15. Register now!

Year 8 Students at St Joseph’s College Explore Coastal Landforms

St Joseph’s College in Geelong is pushing the boundaries of traditional learning with their Lumination Learning Lab. Year 8 HASS students, under the guidance of Lumination Lab Champion Josh Ryan, are using Google Earth in a fun and interactive Landforms Bingo challenge.

Students take turns in virtual reality, exploring coastal landforms—from the caves of Thailand to hidden geological treasures across the globe. The challenge has sparked curiosity and competition as they race to fill their bingo grids while discovering the natural beauty of our planet.

2024 Lumination League has begun!

A huge congratulations to everyone who participated in Challenge #1 of the Lumination League! This exciting competition encourages students to showcase their skills across subjects like Science, Languages, HPE, and the Arts using immersive technology in their Lumination Lab.

Your creativity and enthusiasm truly impressed us. From bold and imaginative designs to thoughtful integration of literary themes, it was clear that every team brought their A-game. The competition was fierce, and choosing a winner was no easy task with so many outstanding entries.

However, after much deliberation, one team stood out from the rest. We are thrilled to announce that the winners of this challenge are… SJC Red from St Joseph College, Geelong!

SJC Red wowed us with their attention to detail, ensuring that they not only incorporated an important object from their chosen book, The Treehouse Series, but also cleverly included a significant quote, bringing the world of the book to life in virtual reality. Their creativity and understanding of the text shone through in every aspect of their project.

A massive congratulations to the winning team! And of course, a huge round of applause to every single participant—your hard work and incredible creations made this challenge truly special. We can’t wait to see what you come up with next! Keep up the fantastic work!

Empowering Classrooms with Lumination’s Lesson Bytes

Our Lumination Education team is proud to announce the release of our Essentials Guides and Lesson Bytes for popular tools like Tilt Brush and Google Earth VR. These guides are designed to help educators seamlessly integrate VR into their classrooms, offering step-by-step introductions to the tools along with engaging activities.

With over 100 resources now available—including lesson plans, ideas, and webinar recordings—teachers can easily incorporate immersive learning into various subjects and grade levels. Whether you’re looking to introduce new concepts in science, HASS, or the arts, our growing collection of resources is here to support you.

To find out how you can access the Lumination Education Centre and unlock these exclusive resources, get in touch with us today!

Ready to Experience the Future of Education?

These inspiring projects demonstrate the transformative power of immersive technology in schools. From tackling sustainability challenges to exploring diverse cultures, students are developing future-focused skills in creative and engaging ways.

To see how Lumination can elevate learning in your school, book a tour of one of our Lumination Learning Labs across the country today!

Want to be part of the Lumination Spotlight?

We’re always on the lookout for schools and educators doing incredible things with immersive technology. Share how you’re using your Lumination technology to transform education in creative, innovative ways! Reach out today and let’s shine a light on your amazing work.