Currently HTC is investing significant resources in developing virtual reality ( ##VR ) technology for use in schools . However, hardware manufacturer HTC says old ways of teaching will not adequately prepare learners for the new digital era. The company , based in Taiwan , cited a research paper suggesting that the use of VR in teaching could dramatically improve students ' performance . The experiment used an interactive VR system called VIVE to teach a virtual lesson , while a comparable group of students was taught using traditional methods . The VR - taught group achieved a pass rate of 90 % , compared to a 40 % rate for the traditionally - taught group . HTC is now working with developers to create further tools and content for educators .
Currently HTC is investing significant resources in developing virtual reality ( ##VR ) technology for use in schools . The company , based in Taiwan , cited a research paper suggesting that the use of VR in teaching could dramatically improve students ' performance . The experiment used an interactive VR system called VIVE to teach a virtual lesson , while a comparable group of students was taught using traditional methods . The VR - taught group achieved a pass rate of 90 % , compared to a 40 % rate for the traditionally - taught group . HTC is now working with developers to create further tools and content for educators .