SEOUL: In a bid to offer innovative learning solutions to young students, a new virtual engineering college is set to take shape in the bustling metaverse world of Goyang, South Korea. The cutting-edge “Kaiser University” aims to provide an immersive, hands-on training experience to learners interested in pursuing a career in IT, renewable energy, and medical science. By leveraging the power of the metaverse, this new-age institution seeks to overcome physical barriers and bring students closer to their academic goals.
As South Korean universities increasingly recognize the immense potential of the metaverse in creating an inclusive and accessible learning environment, Jeonghwa Arts College and Cheongju University have already taken the lead. In February 2023, Jeonghwa Arts College unveiled its ambitious plans to launch a virtual campus that would allow students to participate in virtual training courses, interact with their peers, and explore new horizons of learning. Similarly, Cheongju University joined hands with mobile carrier LG Uplus in November 2022 to build a futuristic virtual campus that offers students an opportunity to attend classes, receive career-related guidance, and grow their network – all from the comfort of their homes.
The city of Goyang has taken a step towards revolutionizing the higher education landscape in South Korea with its latest partnership with Kaiser University’s founding committee. The metaverse-based institution is slated to open its doors to students in 2026 and is set to offer innovative, firsthand training courses in the virtual space or offline world. Collaborating with leading companies in the industry, the university seeks to provide students with an unparalleled learning experience that transcends geographical boundaries. With a capacity of about 300 students and 40 professors, Kaiser University will strive to bridge the gap between traditional learning methods and cutting-edge technology.
As universities across the country adapt to the new normal brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, Soonchunhyang University made history by holding South Korea’s first non-face-to-face entrance ceremony in 2021. The university distributed welcome packages to incoming freshmen, including VR headsets, quarantine kits, and USBs, allowing them to attend the virtual ceremony from the comfort of their homes. This innovative approach helped create a sense of community among students while ensuring their safety during the pandemic. With the rise of metaverse technology, more universities are expected to embrace virtual learning as a means of providing students with a safe and inclusive learning environment.
The metaverse is not just limited to the field of education but is also gaining traction among companies in South Korea. Some firms have adopted this technology to train and engage their young employees, who value self-expression and creativity. By creating personalized characters, employees can not only identify with their avatars but also feel connected to their peers in virtual spaces. According to Joh Hea-jung, a communication official at CJ Cheiljedang, a subsidiary of the CJ Group, the metaverse offers a unique platform for young people to express their unique identities and form a sense of community online. Through this innovative approach to training, companies are redefining traditional methods of corporate learning and development, paving the way for a more inclusive and dynamic work culture.
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