Bringing History to Life with Virtual Field Trips on HistoryView.org

As a history teacher, one of my constant challenges is how to bring the past alive in the minds even of my impassive students. The compelling narratives and the intricate interplay of global events are all moot if I can’t ignite an interest in them. Enter HistoryView.org – this remarkable tool came along as a […]

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Enhance Your Virtual Field Trip Experience with Histora: ChatGPT AI Teacher Assistant, Historian, and Tour Guide on HistoryView

The integration of Histora, the ChatGPT AI, with HistoryView.org’s virtual field trip platform is indeed an exciting development. It enhances the educational experience for both teachers and students in various ways: Interactive Learning: Histora allows students to actively engage with historical sites and landmarks, encouraging questions and exploration. Immediate Information: Users can obtain real-time information […]

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Exploring the Benefits for Museums, Art Galleries, Historical Sites, and Educators

Matterport’s cutting-edge technology has indeed revolutionized the way museums, art galleries, historical sites, and educators engage with their audiences and enhance learning experiences. Here’s a recap of the key advantages it offers to these institutions: For Museums: Broadened Audience Reach: Virtual tours enable museums to reach a global audience, making their exhibits accessible to people […]

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What is HistoryView.org?

The HistoryView.org virtual reality field trip program offers a range of advantages for both teachers and students, making it a valuable educational tool. Here are some key benefits for teachers and students: Benefits for Teachers: Enhanced Teaching Tool: The program provides teachers with a powerful and engaging teaching tool to make history lessons come alive. […]

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5 Reasons Art Galleries Create Virtual Tours with HistoryView

Art galleries have much to gain by creating virtual tours with HistoryView. Here are 5 compelling reasons why they should consider this service: Global Outreach: Virtual tours enable art galleries to connect with art enthusiasts and potential buyers from all over the world. This expanded reach can lead to international recognition and sales. Artwork Promotion: […]

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What are 10 key points teachers should know about educational virtual tours?

Explore the top 10 key points that educators should be aware of when it comes to educational virtual tours and how they can offer an immersive and enriching learning experience for students of all ages: Engaging Learning Experience: Educational virtual tours are designed to provide an engaging and immersive learning experience, making it easier for […]

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Show off Your Love for 360-Degree Photography with Our Swag Store

Express Your Passion for 360-Degree Photography with Our Swag Store Are you an enthusiast of 360-degree photography? Do you revel in capturing moments in their full panoramic glory and sharing them with the world? If so, we have just the treat for you! Allow us to introduce our swag store, your gateway to showcasing your […]

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Memory Recall and the Role of Virtual Reality

Enhancing Education and Memory Recall through Virtual Reality Throughout history, humans have harnessed technology to aid memory recall. Today, virtual reality (VR) stands as a pinnacle of this evolution. While commonly associated with gaming and 3D experiences, researchers recognize its vast potential in education, particularly in memory enhancement. Understanding how the brain processes and retrieves […]

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Case Study: Northfield Public Schools Monitors Construction and Showcases New Buildings Safely and Remotely with Matterport

Northfield Public Schools Northfield, Minnesota Remote construction progress monitoring Virtual “open house” and community tours Improved facilities maintenance Excellence in Education Minnesota has long been a leader in public education with many school districts earning top marks compared to other districts across the United States. Northfield Public Schools, located less than an hour from Minneapolis–Saint […]

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Exploring Forgiveness, Identity, and Heritage Through the Lens of Multicultural Artists: A Virtual Tour of the ‘Elongated Shadows’ Exhibition

In the heart of Lower Manhattan, New York, apexart is a non-profit organization that aims to challenge conventional beliefs about art, exhibitions, and curation. By showcasing the works of both emerging and established artists, its seasoned curators select some of the most striking and thought-provoking works of our time. This Fall, apexart is presenting the […]

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Bring on the Heat with a Virtual Fire Station Field Trip

Explore Every Inch of Fire Engines, Ambulances, and Rescue Boats Galore | October 21, 2020 While the grade school field trip to a fire station may be the most recent visit for many, The Duxbury Fire Department in Duxbury, Massachusetts has brought its fire station virtual and lets visitors experience what it’s like to be a first […]

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The Birthplace of the Automobile Revolution

Admire the Ingenuity that Forever Changed the Way We Move | May 13, 2020 As the birthplace of the Ford Model T, the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant was the Ford Motor Company’s first factory where automobiles were manufactured and assembled. The very first 12,000 Model T cars were assembled here, then delivered by railroad. Ford Models […]

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Don’t Cancel Your Museum Field Trip

Explore and Learn with Matterport 3D Virtual Tours Matterport Editorial Team – March 30, 2020 Even though we’re spending more time at home these days, there are clever ways to see the world without having to travel. Attractions that draw thousands of visitors each day are being explored virtually through digital twins captured with Matterport. We […]

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COVID-19: Locations Closed

Is Your Museum, Art Gallery, or Historic Site Closed? In these challenging times marked by the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring the safety and well-being of your visitors is paramount. Consider embracing a forward-thinking approach to reduce the risks associated with in-person visits while still providing access to your cherished space. Explore Virtual Tours Virtual tours offer […]

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Virtual Reality Museum Tours Coming To Texas Classrooms

Exploring the World through Virtual Reality Tours: A Partnership Between HistoryView.org and Metroplex360 By Elizabeth Parrish, KUT Austin – NPR Prepare to embark on virtual journeys through museums, art galleries, historic sites, and more, all from the comfort of your local museum. HistoryView.org, headquartered in Boston, has teamed up with the Texas-based Metroplex360 to create […]

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HistoryView VR is Expanding its’ VR Field Trip Program

Exploring the World with HistoryView VR Field Trips Provided by Vredtech.com Students all over the globe are embarking on incredible journeys to unique destinations from every corner of the world, thanks to the VR Field Trip program offered by HistoryView VR. This innovative service is designed to transport students to special sites they might not […]

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Revolutionizing Education: A Comprehensive Review of HistoryView VR

by Nicholas Clayton As a special education teacher in Victorville, CA, I work with 4th-6th grade students who come from low-income families. Many of them have never traveled outside of our town, let alone our state or country. That’s why I’m always looking for new technology that can help bring the world to my classroom. […]

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CampusTours Integrates Matterport’s Immersive Media Technology to Create True3D™ Tour Experiences

March 27, 2018 CampusTours Integrates Matterport’s Immersive Media Technology to Create True3D™ Tour Experiences Auburn, ME [March 28, 2018] CampusTours Inc. (www.CampusTours.com) announced today that all three CampusTours products (AnyMap, AnyTour & WalkingTour) will now integrate with Matterport (www.matterport.com), an immersive media technology company, to create True3D™ tour experiences for their University clients. Matterport’s True3D™ walkthroughs are fully immersive, and […]

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Maine Department of Education: VR Immersive Expo

HistoryView VR – 3D Matterport Scan by HistoryView.org on Sketchfab HistoryView VR: Transforming Education with Immersive Learning #ImmerseME In the realm of education, technology has ushered in a new era of immersive learning, making complex concepts more accessible and engaging for students. To empower Maine educators with these transformative tools and position them at the […]

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Climb Inside the Belly of these WWII-Era Bombers

May 21, 2015 Harold Plunkett pauses in the center section of the Collings Foundation B-17 and places his hand on the ball turret gun, suspended in its belly. “Yup, I was killed twice here, over Italy, a couple of weeks apart.”   Kids from the X-Box generation, accustomed to battling imaginary foes in worlds where you can […]

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