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Mrs. Terkla from Keaau, HI is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Transformative Learning Adventures with Virtual Reality in the Classroom

Help me give my students the opportunity to experience the technological advancements of virtual reality for educational purposes in the classroom.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Terkla's classroom raised $410

This project is fully funded

My Project

Virtual reality (VR) in the classroom offers significant educational benefits by transforming traditional teaching methods and providing students with immersive and interactive learning experiences. VR enhances engagement by transporting students to virtual environments that simulate real-world scenarios. This heightened engagement leads to increased focus and retention of information as students actively participate in educational activities rather than passively consume content. Virtual reality enables experiential learning, allowing students to actively engage with educational content through hands-on experiences. Virtual reality promotes inclusivity by catering to diverse learning styles and abilities. Customized experiences can be created to accommodate individual needs, ensuring that all students can access and benefit from the educational content. This inclusivity contributes to a more equitable learning environment where students with varying abilities can thrive.

Furthermore, virtual reality expands the scope of educational possibilities by facilitating global learning opportunities.

Students can virtually travel to different countries, explore diverse cultures, and interact with students from around the world. This fosters a sense of global awareness and cultural competence, preparing students for an interconnected world. Overall, the educational benefits of virtual reality in the classroom extend beyond traditional boundaries, offering students a dynamic and enriched learning experience that aligns with the demands of the modern educational landscape.

Mrs. Terkla Kea'au High School Grades 9-12

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than half of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

6 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Meta - Quest 2 Advanced All-In-One Virtual Reality Headset - 128GB - Gray • Best Buy Education $299.99 1 $299.99

Materials cost

$299.99

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $13.20

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$347.69

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$61.36

Total project goal

$409.05

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $409.05

1 Donor

-$347.69

Donations toward project cost

-$347.69

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$61.36

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 $0.00

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