Introduction to Virtual Reality
This course will introduce you to Virtual Reality (VR). The course will teach you everything from the basics of VR- the hardware and the history of VR- to different applications of VR, the psychology of Virtual Reality, and the challenges of the medium. The course is designed for people who are new to VR as a medium.
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- Level Foundation
- المدة 13 ساعات hours
- الطبع بواسطة University of London
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This course will introduce you to Virtual Reality (VR). The course will teach you everything from the basics of VR- the hardware and the history of VR- to different applications of VR, the psychology of Virtual Reality, and the challenges of the medium. The course is designed for people who are new to VR as a medium. You may have experienced some virtual reality before, and may have some hardware- but this course is suitable to individuals who have never experienced VR and those who do not have much hardware- we will explain Mobile VR as well as devices such as the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive. Introduction to Virtual Reality is the first course in the Virtual Reality Specialisation. A learner with no previous experience in Virtual Reality and/or game programming will be able to evaluate existing VR applications, and design, test, and implement their own VR experiences/games using Unity by the end of the specialisation.الوحدات
Welcome
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3
Videos
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1
Readings
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1
Discussion
1
Discussions
- Introduce Yourself!
3
Videos
- Welcome to the Virtual Reality Specialisation!
- Welcome to Introduction to Virtual Reality!
- Introduction to Week 1
1
Readings
- Course blog
VR Hardware
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10
Videos
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5
Readings
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2
Discussion
2
Discussions
- What Do You Think VR Is?
- VR Head Mounted Devices (HMDs)
10
Videos
- What is VR and How is it Different from Other Media?
- Displays | CAVE and HMDs
- Head Tracking
- Controllers
- Choosing your VR Device
- HMD | Oculus Rift
- HMD | HTC Vive
- HMD | Sony PlayStation VR
- HMD | Mobile VR | Google Cardboard and Samsung Gear
- CAVE VR Systems
5
Readings
- HMD | Windows Mixed Reality
- HMD | Oculus GO
- HMD | Oculus Quest
- Where to Download VR Apps
- Summary | How To Choose Your VR HMD
VR History
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2
Videos
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1
Readings
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1
Discussion
1
Discussions
- When Was the First Time You Heard About the Concept of Virtual Reality?
2
Videos
- Part 1 | VR in the Analogue Age
- Part 2 | VR in the Digital Age
1
Readings
- VR History
Assessment for Week One
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- VR HMDs and VR History
VR Applications
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9
Videos
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7
Readings
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2
Discussion
2
Discussions
- VR Applications
- The Future of VR Applications
9
Videos
- Introduction to Week 2
- Introduction to the VR Technical Framework
- 360 Video and Model Based VR
- Being Someone Else
- Sports
- News and Documentary Films
- Scientific Data Visualisation
- Medical Training
- Physical Rehabilitation and Psychotherapy
7
Readings
- Further Reading on 360 Video
- Being Someone Else
- VR in Sports
- VR in News and Documentary Films
- Medical Training
- VR in Physical Rehabilitation and Psychotherapy
- Enhancing Our Lives with Virtual Reality
Assessment for Week Two
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1
PeerReview
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- VR Applications
1
Peer Review
- Design Your VR Application | First Draft
Immersion
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7
Videos
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1
Discussion
1
Discussions
- Levels of Immersion of VR Systems
7
Videos
- Introduction to Week 3
- A Brief History of VR
- Levels of Immersion in VR Systems
- Sensorimotor Contingency (SC)
- Sensorimotor Contingency in VR
- Why Do We Need Immersive VR?
- Introduction to the Three Illusions
Place Illusion & Plausibility Illusion
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6
Videos
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1
Readings
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2
Discussion
2
Discussions
- VR Hardware and Immersion
- Plausibility Illusion
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Videos
- Introduction to Place Illusion (PI)
- Does Immersion Cause PI?
- Introduction to Plausibility Illusion (Psi)
- Necessary Conditions for Psi
- Break of Presence
- Presence, Immersion, PI, and Psi
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Readings
- The Three Illusions
Embodiment Illusion
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3
Readings
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Discussion
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Discussions
- Embodiment Illusion in Real Life
9
Videos
- The Pinocchio Illusion
- The Rubber Hand Illusion
- Psychological Effects of Embodiment Illusion
- Visual-Tactile and Visual-Motor Synchrony
- The Technical Setup of VR Embodiment
- Changes in Attitude, Behaviours, and Cognition
- Self-Counselling and Treating Depression
- Comparing CGI and 360 Video
- The Future of Embodiment in VR
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Readings
- The Technical Setup of VR Embodiment
- Changing Bodies Changes Minds: Owning Another Body Affects Social Cognition
- Embodiment in Self-Counselling and Treating Depression
Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- The Three Illusions of Virtual Reality
Challenges in VR
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7
Videos
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2
Readings
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Discussion
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Assignment
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Assignment
- Challenges in VR
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Discussions
- Real-Time 3D Graphics in Games
7
Videos
- Introduction to Week 4
- Realism | Graphics
- Realism | Animation
- Navigation
- Nausea
- Meeting Other People
- Haptic Feedback
2
Readings
- Basic Concepts in 3D Computer Graphics
- Simulation Sickness
Assessment
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1
Readings
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1
PeerReview
1
Peer Review
- Design a VR application
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Readings
- Thank You and Course Blog
Auto Summary
Discover the fascinating world of Virtual Reality with this foundational course designed for beginners. Led by expert instructors from Coursera, you'll explore VR hardware, history, applications, and psychology. Over 780 minutes, gain insights into mobile VR, Oculus Rift, and HTC Vive. Ideal for those with little to no VR experience, this course offers Starter, Professional, and Paid subscription options. By the end, you'll be equipped to evaluate and create VR experiences using Unity. Perfect for personal development enthusiasts eager to dive into VR technology.
Prof Sylvia Xueni Pan
Prof Marco Gillies