Experiential learning is having a moment in higher education. The most recent Early Career Talent Survey conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers reports that early career professionals who engaged in experiential learning see faster career progression and higher career satisfaction, and are averaging salaries that are $15,000 higher than their peers who did not participate in experiential learning.

But providing opportunities for experiential learning can be a struggle for some higher education institutions because of budget, staffing or other resource constraints. Today’s immersive learning technologies, including the Quest VR headset from Meta, offer a way for students to gain direct experience in a virtual reality or mixed reality environment that will better prepare them for their future careers.

Virtual Reality Simulations Engage Students and Enhance Learning

One of the biggest benefits that universities are seeing with the kind of immersive experiences that Meta’s Quest VR headset provides is greater student engagement with their coursework.

EXPLORE: Meta VR technologies can enhance modern learning environments.