A Vision for Immersive Learning Adoption Across Scottish Education
Scotland’s education system has long championed excellence, equity, and innovation. From the Curriculum for Excellence to ongoing efforts in digital inclusion and closing the attainment gap, Scottish schools and universities continually adapt to prepare young people for a rapidly changing world.
Today, as digital technologies reshape every sector, immersive learning—powered by virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), extended reality (XR), and metaverse-like environments—stands out as one of the most promising frontiers.
This report proposes a compelling vision for widespread adoption of immersive technologies across Scottish education, grounded in emerging evidence, existing Scottish initiatives, and practical pathways forward.
