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Eric Wilson

Business Teacher and Instructional Leadership Coach

Eric Wilson is a seasoned educator with 16 years of teaching experience, having spent 7 impactful years in Dallas, where he played a key role in writing geographic curriculum for the district. His passion for geography and education has taken him to 62 countries, enriching his global perspective. Eric’s international teaching career includes four years at the American International School of Jeddah, where he successfully introduced and implemented the AP Geography program for the first time. His innovative approach to teaching is highlighted by his use of Augmented Reality (AR) to transform classroom walls into interactive learning spaces. A top graduate of Texas State University's master's program at the National Geographic Center of Geographic Education, Eric's expertise extends beyond the classroom. He has served as a consultant for National Geographic, training new teachers and sharing his insights on education. For his Master’s thesis, Eric created an Augmented Reality Museum, gathering valuable data on AR's impact on learning and exploring its future potential in education. Currently, Eric is at Abu Dhabi Grammar School, where he is gamifying his curriculum to foster a dynamic, self-paced learning environment. Collaborating with Edpuzzle and The Modern Classroom Project, he is integrating AR to engage students, get them active, and revolutionize the traditional classroom setting. 

SPEAKER SESSIONS

12 November, 2024 | 16:15 to 16:35
Unlocking the Self-Paced Classroom: The Power of Augmented Reality

In this dynamic presentation, discover how the integration of Augmented Reality (AR) with tools like Edpuzzle, the Modern Classroom model, and QR codes linked to Google Forms is revolutionising education. I will share insights from my recent work, including the development of an AR museum for my Master’s thesis and the transformative effects of implementing AR in my classroom. Learn how AR can create immersive, personalized learning environments that empower students to progress at their own pace. Explore the use of Edpuzzle for interactive video lessons that complement AR experiences, and see how the Modern Classroom approach can be seamlessly integrated to support equitable, self-paced learning. Additionally, I will demonstrate the practical use of QR codes linked to Google Forms for instant feedback and assessments, creating a fully interactive and responsive classroom environment. Join me to discover how these innovative tools can bring your classroom to life.