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The Non-Technical XR Boot Camp is an immersive, hands-on training program designed for individuals looking to break into the world of Extended Reality (XR) without requiring prior technical expertise. This course is ideal for professionals in marketing, design, education, and business who want to leverage XR technologies for innovative solutions, storytelling, and engagement. Participants will gain foundational knowledge of XR, including Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR), and learn how to use XR tools, applications, and platforms to transform ideas into engaging digital experiences.
Through a series of interactive workshops, case studies, and real-world projects, students will understand the possibilities and limitations of XR, explore key applications across various industries, and acquire the skills to conceptualize and manage XR projects. By the end of the boot camp, participants will be equipped to communicate effectively with technical XR teams, make informed decisions about XR strategy, and contribute to XR projects from a non-technical standpoint.
Professionals, entrepreneurs, the tech curious and creatives interested in XR as a tool for engagement, training, and productivity who wish to understand the field without needing technical programming skills.
5 weeks, 1 hour per week (plus one BONUS week!)
February 12th, 2025
Blended learning with live virtual sessions, hands-on projects, and collaborative group work. Â All courses will be recorded in the event you can’t make a session.
This introductory week provides a foundational understanding of Extended Reality (XR), covering its main concepts, history, and applications across various fields.
This week lays the groundwork for understanding XR’s broad potential and its role in shaping the future across various sectors.
This week provides an in-depth exploration of User Experience (UX) and design principles in Extended Reality (XR), covering both foundational concepts and practical applications.
This course is aimed at equipping participants with a comprehensive understanding and skill set for designing effective, immersive, and inclusive XR experiences.
The “Business and Marketing of XR” week provides a comprehensive into the extended reality (XR) industry, focusing on the business and marketing aspects critical to success in this field.
This part of the course aims to equip participants with a deep understanding of the XR market, effective business and marketing approaches, and the necessary legal knowledge to navigate this dynamic field.
This “XR Strategy and Project Management” week is designed to guide participants through the development and implementation of XR (Extended Reality) initiatives within organizations.Â
This week provides a comprehensive framework for strategic planning, team dynamics, project management, funding acquisition, and risk mitigation, specifically tailored to XR initiatives.
This week on “Future Trends and Capstone Project” isdesigned to provide a comprehensive understanding of emerging trends in Extended Reality (XR) and guide participants through the development of a capstone project.
This structure blends learning about future XR trends with practical project experience, helping participants apply insights through hands-on work and collaborative feedback.
This is a bonus week where you will learn all about our “System Selection” and research tool that you can use during your growth cycle as you advance with your XR strategy
This is a bonus week that you won’t want to miss. We are throwing this in for free as we feel it is critical to provide a research tool that not only helps your immediate needs buts helps you grow and help advance your career and knowledge.
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
No, this course does not require any special VR or AR headset, however, you might be able to get more enjoyment out of the course if you have one of these devices.
You just need a computer and and internet connection. Â We will be doing all of our sessions online and all homework assignments will be accessible through our learning portal (login instructions will be sent)
This XR Bootcamp will last 6 weeks and all weekly courses are 1 hour designated for the interactive session. There may be additional homework assignments along the way
Don't worry! All sessions will be recorded so that if you can't make a session or the dates and times don't fit within your busy schedule, you can always log into our learning portal to go back and review this material.
Yes, we do have homework assignments for you but they will not consume more than an hour or two of your time per week. Â These exercises are designed to help you build your skills in learning about and managing an XR project.
Yes, we will setup a private LinkedIn group for all of the students to collaborate together.
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