XR Experience Design I

DESMA X 480.22

This class provides a solid foundation in how to design effective and meaningful immersive content. 

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Remote
Starting at $975.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0

What you can learn.

  • Gain an introduction to the origins, trajectories, and current state of immersive experiences
  • Understand the distinction and subtleties between the different types of virtual realities
  • Deep dive into several immersive realities to better understand their functions and considerations
  • Analyze what makes a quality immersive experience

About this course:

Virtual Reality and other forms of immersive media (collectively known as XR) have the potential to enhance people’s lives in innovative and engaging ways. How can creators learn to produce effective and meaningful immersive content? This class provides a solid foundation for understanding what immersive media is, as well as what it can and might be. Covered topics include the origins and distinctive affordances of immersive media, range of media types, concept generation, character integration, and how to craft an experience to fit specific goals. Guest speakers in the field will provide practical examples by presenting their work. Students complete research and hands-on projects to explore concepts in greater depth. Students leave the class understanding the basics of crafting quality immersive experiences, and are prepared to take on more advanced studies. An Meta Quest 2 with 256 GB of storage is required for this course. 

Summer 2023 Schedule

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Monday 1:00PM - 4:00PM PT
Available
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Instructor: Jacquelyn Morie
392687
Fee:
$975.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
ENROLL BY: Jun 26, 2023
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Notes
An Oculus Quest 2 with 256 GB of storage is required for this course. Additional materials including textbook and experiences estimated at $100. Students taking multiple Immersive Media courses need only one headset.
Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 03, 2023
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Mon Jun 26, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Jul 3, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Jul 10, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Jul 17, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Jul 24, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Jul 31, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Aug 7, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Aug 14, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Aug 21, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Aug 28, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Sep 4, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Sep 11, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Fall 2023 Schedule

Date & Time
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Monday 1:00PM - 4:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens July 31, 2023 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Jacquelyn Morie
394187
Fee:
$975.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
Notes
An Oculus Quest 2 with 256 GB of storage is required for this course. Additional materials including textbook and experiences estimated at $100. Students taking multiple Immersive Media courses need only one headset.
Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 02, 2023
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Discussion
Mon Sep 25, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Oct 2, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Oct 9, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Oct 16, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Oct 23, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Oct 30, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Nov 6, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Nov 13, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Nov 20, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Nov 27, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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Mon Dec 4, 2023
1:00PM PT - 4:00PM PT
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