Virtual preparation to help take stress out of exams
South Wales Evening Post
|May 06, 2025
GOWER College Swansea has introduced a cutting-edge twist to exam preparation thanks to virtual reality (VR) by helping students reduce anxiety and build confidence through immersive, life-like exam experiences ahead of the big day.
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Students can now experience exam rooms and timed assessment scenarios in VR, designed to reduce stress triggers, and empower them to feel calm and in control when it matters most.
Learner engagement and personal development lead at the college, Joshua Jordan, said: "This idea comes from our in-house digital peer mentors, whom alongside Jonathon Parker, digital media lecturer and college VR lead, are filming, developing and delivering this cutting-edge tech for our students.
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