Immersive Environments: exploring current practice and barriers in Higher Education

Michael Detyna is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and has a particular interest in learner engagement. He is a peer reviewer for a range of journals, and regularly speaks at national and international conferences on digital education. He is the co-chair of the hybrid flexile learning board at King’s College London, and leads the virtual reality interest group.

Jamie is an experienced educational software developer with a passion for exploring the boundaries of new technologies to deliver and underpin impactful learning. He has been at the forefront of many landmark educational technologies at the OU, including e-learning websites, mobile app and more recently Virtual Reality and immersive simulations

Anna is a User Experience designer with the background in business analytics and strategy consulting. She applies human-centered design approach to improve the systems around us. She loves complex problems, embraces business constraints, and can’t get enough of talking to strangers

I am passionate about intuitive design and accessibility, transforming complex information into engaging, user-friendly interfaces. I specialise in user-centred solutions that enhance educational experiences for students and empower educators. With extensive experience in user research and iterative design, I prioritise collaboration to deliver impactful and innovative solutions.