A Virtual Reality (VR) Environment to Teach Data Literacy
DataliVR is part of the DigiProMIN (Digitalisierungsbezogene und digital gestützte Professionalisierung von MIN-Lehrkräften) initiative — a collaborative project involving eight national universities. The project aims to develop a framework related to digitalisation to promote the professional development of STEM teachers.
TUM’s Chair of Human-Centred Technologies for Learning has developed immersive, VR-based training modules to promote data literacy in STEM teacher training. These innovative training environments align with the data lifecycle, providing hands-on experience in object classification using decision trees. This practical approach empowers educators to develop foundational data skills that are relevant in modern educational contexts. The implementation incorporates real-time, interactive AI avatars to enable participants to receive instant feedback and personalised support.
Web Demo
To ensure broad accessibility and scalability, there is a browser-based version of the VR training too. This web version retains the core elements of the immersive experience while facilitating easier integration into diverse school environments, making the training more widely available to educators across different regions and technical settings.
Try it yourself at https://hctlsrvc.edu.sot.tum.de/dataliwebnt
Target Group
STEM teachers.
Contact
Prof. Enkelejda Kasneci, enkelejda.kasneci@tum.de
Ruikun Hou ruikun.hou@tum.de
Further Reads
Scientific Publication
H. Gao, H. Huai, S. Yildiz-Degirmenci, M. Bannert and E. Kasneci, “DataliVR: Transformation of Data Literacy Education through Virtual Reality with ChatGPT-Powered Enhancements,” 2024 IEEE International Symposium on Mixed and Augmented Reality (ISMAR), Bellevue, WA, USA, 2024, pp. 120-129, doi: 10.1109/ISMAR62088.2024.00026.
