BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:Linklings LLC BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Tokyo X-LIC-LOCATION:Asia/Tokyo BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0900 TZOFFSETTO:+0900 TZNAME:JST DTSTART:18871231T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20250110T023302Z LOCATION:G502\, G Block\, Level 5 DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20241204T131000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20241204T133000 UID:siggraphasia_SIGGRAPH Asia 2024_sess293_edu_129@linklings.com SUMMARY:ChemistryVR: Enhancing Educational Experiences through Virtual Che mistry Lab Simulations DESCRIPTION:Educator's Forum\n\nGuanxuan Jiang (Hong Kong University of Sc ience and Technology, Guangzhou; University of Sheffield); Xuansheng Xia ( Boston University, Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University); Yue Li (Xi'an Jia otong-Liverpool University); Hai-Ning Liang (Hong Kong University of Scien ce and Technology, Guangzhou; Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University); and Pa n Hui (Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Guangzhou)\n\nExper iments are an essential component of chemistry education. However, they of ten demand significant equipment and space and can sometimes pose safety r isks. Immersive and interactive simulations in Virtual Reality (VR) offer a solution to these challenges. Therefore, we developed a virtual laborato ry based on the ninth-grade chemistry textbook published by the People's E ducation Press in China. The system includes safety training and step-by-s tep tutorials, enabling students to learn through interactive simulations and observations of realistic experimental phenomena in a safe environment . Hands-on practice of chemistry experiments in VR helps prevent dangerous and unexpected outcomes caused by experimental errors. Our system provide s a risk-free approach that effectively supports practice-led and experien tial learning in chemistry. Additionally, our system integrates theoretica l knowledge with practical applications, aligning meticulously with the of ficial textbook. This comprehensive approach enables students to seamlessl y transition from theory to practice, enhancing their understanding of che mistry concepts. Consequently, students are better prepared for both stand ardized assessments and real-world laboratory experiences.\n\nRegistration Category: Enhanced Access, Full Access, Full Access Supporter\n\nLanguage Format: English Language\n\nSession Chair: Haoran Xie (Japan Advanced Ins titute of Science and Technology (JAIST)) URL:https://asia.siggraph.org/2024/program/?id=edu_129&sess=sess293 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR