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Immersive Learning Space Media Content 

Exploring Learning Through Virtual Worlds at CSUSB

Immersive Learning Space (PL003) San Bernardino 

The Immersive Learning Space at CSUSB, located in the basement of the Pfau Library (PL003), is where innovation meets education. Faculty, staff, and students can experience the future of teaching, learning, and training through cutting-edge immersive technologies.

Equipped with Meta Quest 2 VR headsets, the space supports exploration, creativity, and collaboration through a growing library of virtual experiences. These experiences help users engage deeply, retain knowledge longer, and connect with global perspectives beyond classroom walls.

Immersive Learning Content

At the Immersive Learning Space, users can engage with a curated collection of immersive programs developed by the Multimedia & Immersive Technologies (MIT) team and the PAWS Radio & Multimedia Learning Lab at the Palm Desert Campus.

These interactive experiences are designed for education, creativity, and personal growth — offering opportunities to explore virtual environments, creative tools, and faculty-produced media projects.

Faculty can work with the MIT team to customize headset content for specific courses or departments.

 

Immersive Learning Space in PL003

Two people wearing virtual reality headsets and holding controllers in a blue-walled room labeled “xREAL Lab.” One person

 

PAWS Radio & Multimedia Learning Lab (IW 204) Palm Desert Campus 

PAWS Radio is the official student-run radio station for CSUSB Palm Desert Campus and much more. The lab blends broadcasting, podcasting, video production, and immersive technology to prepare students for today’s digital industries. Under the guidance of Professor Lacey Kendall, students gain real-world experience creating professional multimedia projects.

“Our goal is to empower every student no matter their major with the digital and creative skills needed to thrive beyond CSUSB.”

Focusing on Student Success!

Through the Technology Practicum course and mentorship from Professor Lacey Kendall, Collin used VR technology to safely experience skydiving.

More than a thrill, the project transformed into a learning journey: Collin mastered VR systems, studio controls, audio boards, and video production tools, discovering how immersive tech can turn dreams into hands-on education.

 PAWS Radio & Multimedia Learning Lab 

 

A young man seated in a motorized wheelchair is using a virtual reality headset and handheld VR controllers. He is wearing a gray hoodie and dark pants, with personal items such as a camouflage bag and smartphone resting on his lap. The background includes a blue curtain, a speaker on a stand, and part of a bulletin board and cabinet, suggesting an indoor media or technology lab setting.

Immersive Learning Space: Content Library

The Immersive Learning Space offers a growing library of virtual reality experiences designed to engage, educate, and inspire. From breathtaking world travel to CSUSB-produced immersive documentaries and simulations, these experiences provide a new way to explore knowledge and connect with global perspectives.

YouTube 360° travel experiences

**Alt Text:** Logo for *YouTube 360°*, featuring the familiar red play button with white “Tube” text inside it. The black “You” and “360°” text surround the logo, representing YouTube’s immersive 360-degree video platform that allows viewers to explore videos in all directions.

Explore iconic cities, natural wonders, and cultural landmarks all from within the headset. Whether it’s walking through the streets of Tokyo, standing at the base of the Eiffel Tower, or diving into the Great Barrier Reef, these experiences offer a vivid, first-person look at the world beyond the classroom.

Immersive Learning Youtube library 

 

VR Interactive Learning Experiences

Beat Saber, Immersive Learning Through Rhythm and Movement 

 

**Alt Text:** Promotional image for the virtual reality rhythm game *Beat Saber*. It features two glowing sabers—one red and one blue—crossing in midair as they slice through matching red and blue cubes. The title “BEAT SABER” appears in bold neon text on the right side against a dark, futuristic background illuminated by light streaks and geometric shapes.

Category: Interactive Learning / Wellness / Cognitive Development

Educational Applications:

  • Cognitive Skills: Improves reaction time, pattern recognition, and hand-eye coordination.
  • Physical Wellness: Provides an engaging form of physical activity, supporting campus health and wellness initiatives.
  • Music & Rhythm Education: Enhances understanding of tempo, rhythm, and timing, valuable in music and performing arts courses.
  • Stress Reduction: Offers a playful, energizing break that supports mental well-being and focus.

 

Tilt Brush, Painting VR, Creativity in Three Dimensions 

 

**Alt Text:** Logo and promotional image for “Tilt Brush by Google.” The design features a colorful geometric logo resembling a tilted cube with a paint-like streak inside, placed next to the text “Tilt Brush by Google.” The background shows glowing, abstract digital brush strokes, representing the creative and immersive nature of the virtual reality painting application.

Category: Art, Design, and Spatial Learning

Educational Applications:

  •  Creative Expression: Allows students to paint, sculpt, and design in 3D space
  • Art & Design Education: Helps learners explore color theory, perspective, and composition interactively.
  • Architecture & Engineering: Enables spatial visualization and prototyping of structures and designs.
  • Mindfulness & Reflection: Encourages flow states and stress relief through immersive artistic creation.

Use the link below to reserve time in the Immersive Learning Space.

VR HEADSET RESERVATION 

 

CSUSB Faculty and Staff Produced Immersive Content

The Phoenix of Gaza, Dr. Ahlam Muhtaseb

A powerful virtual documentary that explores resilience and creativity amid adversity. Experience life and art in Gaza through an immersive 360° lens that highlights the human spirit’s ability to rise from hardship.

The Phoenix of Gaza


 

**Alt Text:** A digital artwork depicting a woman wearing a traditional embroidered dress and a white headscarf, standing against a golden cloudy sky. The lower part of her body transforms into crumbling buildings, symbolizing destruction or displacement. The image conveys a sense of loss, resilience, and connection between human identity and a devastated landscape.

CSUSB Performing Arts Center Safety Training, MIT & Risk Management

A practical and engaging VR training module designed for performing arts students and staff. Learn essential safety protocols and situational awareness in an interactive, risk-free environment.

Performing Arts Center Safety Training

**Alt Text:** A wide-angle view of an empty theater auditorium with rows of curved seating facing a stage. The stage is illuminated by several spotlights, with red curtains framing the sides and a light-colored backdrop behind. The modern interior features wooden acoustic panels and overhead lighting fixtures, creating a warm and professional atmosphere suitable for performances or presentations.

Chicano Artist Oscar Ramirez, Boyle Heights, California, James Trotter

Experience the vibrant art and cultural expression of Oscar Ramirez, a Chicano artist from Boyle Heights. This immersive visit offers insight into the creative process and the power of community-based art.

The School Boy (360) Artist, Oscar Ramirez 

**Alt Text:** A man stands confidently in front of a colorful graffiti-covered wall. He is wearing a black T-shirt with a white anchor symbol, dark jeans, and a decorative belt buckle. His arms are tattooed, and he has a beard and styled hair. The vivid graffiti behind him features bold blue, orange, and yellow patterns, creating a striking urban backdrop.

Chicano Murals, San Diego, California, Dr. Bibiana Diaz

Tour the nationally recognized Chicano Park, home to the largest collection of Chicano murals in the world. Learn about its history, cultural significance, and the community activism that brought it to life.

Chicano Murals

**Alt Text:** A colorful mural painted on a concrete pillar depicts several people in a bold, expressive style. The figures wear clothing with cultural and political significance, including shirts and hats labeled “Chicana Power.” The mural is set in an outdoor park with trees, grass, and parked cars visible in the background, celebrating community pride and heritage.

The Shatila Refugee Camp, Beirut, Lebanon, Dr. Ahlam Muhtaseb

Step inside one of the most historic refugee camps in the Middle East. This immersive experience offers a human-centered perspective on community, endurance, and everyday life within Shatila.

Shatila Refugee Camp

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CSUSB Faculty and Staff Produced Immersive Content

Dr. Michelle Russen from the Hospitality Management Department at CSUSB's Palm Desert Campus had her students create promotional 360-degree videos showcasing the Palm Desert and Coachella Valley areas. As part of their hospitality management course, students filmed, wrote scripts, recorded voice-overs, and edited the content themselves. Using immersive technology, they developed engaging media to promote the region’s attractions and hospitality opportunities.