Virtual reality welding simulators bring many advantages to welding programs. Increased engagement, lower consumable costs and more consistent training are the benefits our guideWELD® VR welding simulator customers most often share. But what about the students who use these tools — how do they feel about using virtual reality to explore welding and practice skills?… Read More
Whether you’re laying the foundation for future agricultural or culinary careers, or helping students learn the basics of pH, hydroponics educational systems offer immediate hands-on learning opportunities. So, what are the best ways to get your students involved? And what if you make a mistake — how do you turn those moments into learning opportunities?… Read More
Work-based learning (WBL) was a hot topic at last month’s National Consortium for Health Science Education (NCHSE) conference. There, Realityworks was distinguished, along with four other exhibitors, for being a source of WBL resources that align to the consortium’s newly released Work-Based Learning Guide 4.0. But what is work-based learning, and why is it so… Read More
Much like a tee helps young baseball players, welding simulators can help novice welders develop muscle memory before heading into the welding booth. With its versatility, affordability and portability, Realityworks’ guideWELD® VR welding simulator is a top pick for educators across the country. Teachers use our welding simulator to teach basic welding techniques, test skill… Read More
Soft skills, employability skills, job-readiness skills, emotional intelligence… these are the personal attributes that enable people to interact effectively and harmoniously with others. They’re considered the “bedside manner” of the workplace — and they are vital for all career paths. If you’re looking for easy ways to address soft skills in your classroom, keep reading…. Read More
Tools like the guideWELD® VR welding simulator have become essential in CTE classrooms across the country. Instructors rely on these high-tech tools for many reasons, from increased student engagement to lower consumable costs. They offer the immersive, hands-on learning that today’s students crave. What’s more, they expose students to the types of technologies today’s employers… Read More
Although we offer over 150 hands-on training tools for various career and technical education programs, RealCare Baby®, our company’s flagship product, continues to soar in popularity. One way we can tell: social media. RealCare Baby makes for great social media. One only needs to conduct a quick Instagram, Twitter or TikTok search for #RealCareBaby (or… Read More
Repetition is key when it comes to skill development. But in some classrooms, that means a mess – especially when your students are learning how to deliver calves. What if you could simulate a cow giving birth safely and consistently, without leaving your classroom – and without any clean-up? You can with Realityworks’ new Bovine… Read More
The search for classroom management ideas can educators in many directions. During a recent webinar, Realityworks Product Manager (and former educator) Dr. Shikha Goodwin shared ideas, activities and techniques for engaging health science students and getting them excited about learning. Keep reading to see the ideas she’s learned from her own teaching experience and by… Read More
