Use of Immersive Technology in Skill Development: A Review

ABSTRACT Traditional methods related to the present day teaching and learning techniques have been replaced with the latest techniques of today. The use of information technology has been adopted by almost all educational sectors, whether at home or school. Currently, technology and the Internet play an important role in the use of immersive technology in skill development. The immersive environment has been highly redirected as a powerful tool for teaching and learning. Nowadays online articles, magazines, forums and other commercial publications are available online worldwide. This online or distance learning system is leading us to a more global system. Technology has been used effectively and efficiently in reducing administrative costs. Along with this, it provides increased access to education, expanding revenue opportunities and a new market for universities. Keeping all these developments in mind, a review using immersive technology in skill development is presented in this paper. Keywords: Immersive Technology, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Skill Development