Future Skills Academy

The world is changing rapidly, and future skills will differ from those familiar today. Looking towards 2050, Future Skills Academy—an educational initiative of Pierce – The American College of Greece in collaboration with the National Hellenic Research Foundation—develops the skills of students aged 12–14. The Academy offers a holistic education in genetics, biotechnology, artificial intelligence, robotics, cybersecurity and virtual & augmented reality.

In the final module, “Digital & Media Literacy – Virtual Reality (VR) & Augmented Reality (AR)”, students explore digital communication media, VR and AR. They encounter the basic concepts, tools and software for creating VR and AR content and discover their applications in education, training, entertainment and healthcare.

Students also need to navigate the internet safely and assess the reliability of a vast range of texts, forming informed opinions by comparing multiple sources. Through expert presentations, projects, debates, visits and virtual tours of media, cybersecurity and VR/AR companies, this module develops a comprehensive understanding of the digital and media world. It emphasises critical thinking, content creation, digital footprint management, cybersecurity and innovative uses of VR and AR.

At the final stop on the Future Skills Academy journey, you will enter the exciting world of VR and AR. Discover how these technologies work, where they are used and how you can create content with them. Projects, discussions and practical experiences explore how the digital world affects everyday life.

📥 Download the seminar notes using the adjacent link.

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