Goolwa Secondary Brings Immersive Learning to Regional Australia

Supported by Lumination Learning Designer, Zeinab Jafari, the educators and students at Goolwa Secondary are being provided with comprehensive support to maximise the potential of the Lumination Learning Lab. Zeinab assists teachers in sourcing relevant content and resources for their immersive sessions, ensuring that each lesson is engaging and aligned with educational objectives.

This collaborative partnership between Lumination and Goolwa ensures that both educators and students are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to harness the transformative power of immersive learning.

“Lumination’s education support ensures teachers have an easy point of contact; a previous educator who they can brainstorm and plan their XR goals within their subject area, knowing their Learning Designer has experienced and will consider the daily challenges of a classroom setting when providing content suggestions,” Jafari says. “I love the opportunity to collaboratively work alongside teachers and students, to not only maximise the use of the space, but to utilise the technology effectively in delivering the curriculum.”

Goolwa’s visionary approach to education, coupled with Lumination’s unwavering support, has yielded remarkable outcomes for students and educators alike. The implementation of the Student Lab Mentor program has fostered a sense of ownership and leadership among students, who actively engage in the responsible use of technology within the Lab. Notably, the program has witnessed full participation from students, demonstrating their enthusiasm and commitment to leveraging future technology resources for learning.

Moreover, results from our case studies underscore the transformative impact of immersive learning experiences within the Lumination Learning Lab. A notable increase of 12% in students’ overall empathy scores, as measured by the Perth Empathy Scale (PES), highlights the profound effect of virtual reality simulations on empathy development. This significant growth reflects not only in quantitative data but also in qualitative observations from educators, who have noted a heightened level of empathy and understanding among students in various contexts.

Additionally, informal feedback from educators indicates an average student engagement rate of 70%, showcasing the effectiveness of immersive learning in sustaining student interest and motivation.

Emily, a Year 8 student, encapsulates the transformative essence of Lumination Learning Labs, highlighting the departure from traditional learning methods.

“This classroom’s different to all the other classrooms,” says Emily, a Year 8 student at Goolwa. “Instead of just being told the information, you’re able to actually experience it and see what it’s like.”

As Goolwa continues to chart new horizons in education, supported by Lumination’s tailored professional development and ongoing guidance, the journey towards transformative learning experiences for all students remains steadfast. Together, they pave the way for a future where innovation, collaboration, and excellence converge to shape the leaders of tomorrow.