Innovating Higher Ed: Extended Reality in the Classroom—Garrick Grace on AI, Engagement, and Belonging

In this episode of Innovating Higher Ed, Dr. Norma Jones sits down with Dr. Garrick Grace—Director of Professional Development at the California Virtual Campus—to explore the cutting edge of classroom technology. Dr. Grace dives into extended reality (XR) as a tool for immersive learning, shares how faculty can harness AI to elevate student engagement, and discusses why technology should foster belonging rather than create divisions. Join us for a forward-thinking conversation that challenges conventional approaches and opens new possibilities for higher education innovation!