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metAClass Virtual Reality Discovery Channel App - Virtual Field Trips for iOS & Google The concept of virtual reality in education has grown wildly in the past few months – and it is more affordable than you may imagine. A smartphone a carefully folded piece of cardboard (aka Google Cardboard) can transport students to the depths of an ocean or the middle of the wilderness. The Discovery Channel now offers a powerful virtual reality experience. With the Virtual Reality Discovery Channel app you can take students on field trips around the world. How does it work? The folks at the Discovery Channel have loaded this app with lots of great content. Make connections to a unit on ecosystems by virtually bringing your students to underwater habitats.Kick off a unit on persuasive writing by inspiring students to learn more about the reasons different animals are endangered.Prompt students to reflect on their virtual adventure experience through creative writing.w Introducing new tools is a great way to get students interested in a new topic.