ImmersiveLink
ImmersiveLink is a virtual reality technology system developed by Origin.[1]
In Anishinabek News
- February 2021: The service is used by more than 1,000 schools across Canada to provide information on careers and cultures. The platform provides cultural awareness training for industry and employers through immersive storytelling. New content is added to the library after being reviewed by ORIGIN and participating knowledge keepers.[2]
- March 2021: The platform was launched in 2018 by ORIGIN to provide career development and Indigenous cultural diversity training. As of March 2021, the library is used by approximately 1,100 schools across Canada. One featured experience on the platform allows users to view a Full-Moon Ceremony inside a teepee.[3]
- May 2021: Created by ORIGIN, this platform provides tools for career exploration, development, training, and Indigenous cultural awareness. The platform was originally intended to help Indigenous job seekers find opportunities that might be unavailable in their local communities.[4]
- December 2021: The platform hosts a library of 360-degree videos that allow users to explore Indigenous culture. Finalist experiences from the Share Your Roots competition are hosted in this library for public viewing.[5]
- August 2024: The system was used at a summer camp to give youth a glimpse into various STEM-related careers. Students used the VR headsets for about 20 minutes each to learn about different professional roles.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "STEM Summer Camp inspires next generation of leaders", Anishinabek News, 8 August 2024 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "ORIGIN expands immersive cultural library to include virtual reality experiences", Anishinabek News, 16 February 2021 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "ORIGIN to host Share your Roots VR Competition", Anishinabek News, 30 March 2021 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Skills Ontario and Indigenous-owned ORIGIN bring skilled trades to life in ‘Trade Up! Be Proud, Be Skilled’ Virtual Reality Careers campaign", Anishinabek News, 17 May 2021 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Share Your Roots Experiences Finalist experiences are now available", Anishinabek News, 8 December 2021 (archived copy; original article).