Is Mixed Reality Helping Students Learn Faster & Smarter?

MR is helping schools move from theory-based teaching to skill-based, hands-on learning

- ANINDITA ACHARYA

Try picturing DNA replication or fluid dynamics through static images. Now imagine learning the same through an interactive Mixed Reality (MR) simulation where students can rotate, zoom, and dissect a model in real-time. Traditional methods often fall short when it comes to explaining complex ideas. MR, which combines reality with digital, is fast becoming a game-changer in education. Whether it's a high school student exploring the human heart in 3D or an engineering undergrad walking through the inner workings of a turbine, MR is shifting how we learn, understand, and apply knowledge.

"MR is changing how students learn by replacing passive learning with real-time, interactive experiences. It allows learners to explore complex topics like anatomy, robotics, or astronomy by interacting with 3D environments. This helps build critical thinking and practical skills. As industries adopt AR/VR/MR technologies, students exposed to MR early are better prepared for careers in engineering, healthcare, design, and manufacturing. According to PwC, employees trained in VR complete tasks 4x faster than in classrooms. MR is helping schools move from theory-based teaching to skill-based, hands-on learning—bridging the gap between academics and job-ready skills," said Anurag Gupta, CEO and Co-Founder of STEMROBO Technologies.