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A-Frame, Unity 3D, and VR Creation in the Classroom

Unity 3D and A-Frame: two different tools for imaginative VR creation in the classroom.
by Edorble
September 17, 2017

Early UI Experiments in Edorble WebVR with A-Frame

We're doing some early UI experiments so that you can do more in Edorble WebVR.
by Gabe Baker
September 12, 2017

Exploring 3D Models in Edorble WebVR

The beginnings of a 3D gallery in Edorble WebVR, an experimental build of our social 3D world for online learning and meetings.
by Gabe Baker
September 5, 2017

Now You Can Import Images + Notes In Edorble WebVR

Now you can import images, slides, and notes into your Edorble WebVR World. 2D content still matters - a lot.
by Gabe Baker
September 1, 2017

Edorble Gets Into Kickstart Accelerator from Venturelab

Edorble got accepted to the Kickstart Accelerator from Venturelab. Switzerland, here we come!
by Gabe Baker
August 29, 2017

Edorble WebVR: Announcing the Alpha

We're happy to announce the early alpha of Edorble WebVR, a multiplayer Edorble experience built with WebVR technology. Let us know what you think!
by Gabe Baker
August 23, 2017

Virtual Reality and Education: Why We Should Be Skeptical

As the Virtual Reality + Education hype train takes off, let's take a deep breath, think critically, and have some healthy scepticism.
by Gabe Baker
August 10, 2017

Virtual Reality, Education, and the Stereoscope: A Trip Through Time

Virtual Reality for Education isn't something new. Take a trip through time with us to visit the Stereoscope, John Dewey, VR marketing past and present, and see how what's old is new again.
by Gabe Baker
August 2, 2017

Edorble, R Ventures, and Refugee Entrepreneurship

R Ventures is a group that helps empower refugees to become technology entrepreneurs. Their first cohort is diving into VR and education. We're thrilled to work with them to help them get started, skilled, and ready to change the world.
by Gabe Baker
July 31, 2017

Building Builders - Google Blocks and Unity3D

Google published a new tool to create stuff in VR. It's called blocks and it's cool. I wanted to write a quick blog post that shows you how you can use this amazing tool for your Unity3D creations, and if you're an Edorble Creator, to enhance your world.
Cederik Haverbeke
July 7, 2017

We're Teaching Teachers + Students How to Design 3D/VR Worlds With Unity3D

We help teachers and students create, publish, and use 3D worlds. Soon, we're running an online course for beginners on Unity 3D, the best game engine in the world, and Edorble. We're combining 3D design, coding, and publication: digital literacy for the platforms of the future.
by Gabe Baker
May 31, 2017

Cultural Heritage + Social VR: Sketchup and the Edorble Creator Tools

Bring cultural heritage sites into social VR w/ Sketchfab and the Edorble Creator tools.
by Gabe Baker
May 30, 2017

Create Social 3D Worlds Using the Edorble Creator Tools for Unity 3D

You and your students can now use the Edorble Creator Tools for Unity 3D to make social 3D worlds.
by Gabe Baker
May 10, 2017

Don't Try to Change the World - Design a Toy Instead

Guest author Michael Abehsera from Toptal makes the case for starting simple. Don't try to change the world - design a toy instead.
by Michael Abehsera
April 25, 2017

Edorble Partners With AfriEDX

Edorble is partnering with AfriEDX, a community that helps drive adoption of immersive educational experiences and tools throughout Africa. We're proud to be a part of it.
by Gabe Baker
April 24, 2017

Making it Easy to Display Web Content in VR with Edorble

The new content management system in Edorble makes it easy to store and display web content inside your 3D world. Check it out.
by Gabe Baker
April 10, 2017

Unity 3D: The Future of Creation and 360 Video in VR

If you're curious about the cutting edge of VR technology, Unity 3D is worth paying attention to. We're going to highlight two of our favorite features here.
by Gabe Baker
April 5, 2017

Blogging in the Classroom by Leigh Hall

Leigh Hall is teaching a course this summer about Blogging in the Classroom on Edorble Academy. Read about it here.
by Gabe Baker
March 30, 2017

Private Beta of Edorble Available for Oculus Rift and HTC Vive

Announcing the release of the private beta of Edorble VR. Have an Oculus Rift or an HTC Vive? Check it out.
by Gabe Baker
March 27, 2017

Announcing the Early Beta of Edorble Academy

A learning community for those interested in ed-tech, 3D/VR tech, online education, gamification, and more. Teach. Learn. Network.
by Gabe Baker
March 15, 2017

We're Running a Free, Online Mini-Course on 3D + VR Tech in the Classroom

Check out the curriculum, spread the word, and if you're interested - enroll!
by Gabe Baker
January 29, 2017

Trends in the VR Industry - Report From Sketchfab

Sketchfab recently published a report on trends in the VR industry. Here's a quick look at some of the data, with a few thoughts of our own.
by Gabe Baker
January 11, 2017

Edorble Wins Silver Award at Reimagine Education

We were recognized with a silver award at the Reimagine Education Conference, and we're more motivated than ever to keep improving Edorble in 2017.
by Gabe Baker
January 4, 2017

Stonehenge is Just The Start: New Frontiers on the Horizon

We've made the "home base" of Edorble. With our next release, users can explore other places, and 3D content creators can bring their stuff into Edorble.
Gabe Baker
November 23, 2016

The Edorble Pioneers Program: Apply Here

We're about to put out an update to Edorble, and we're opening up a program to 1,000 teachers who want to get an early look. We're calling it the Pioneer Program.
by Gabe Baker
September 29, 2016

VR for Education: Don't Call it a Revolution

VR is about to really shake things up in the education space. We'd rather not call it a revolution. Here's why we think this is education coming home.
by Gabe Baker
September 6, 2016

Edorble Joins the Edugild Accelerator

Edorble has been accepted to Edugild, an ed-tech startup accelerator in India.
by Gabe Baker
August 27, 2016

Microsoft HoloLens Review: Bridging the Gap Between AR and VR

Microsoft HoloLens: A Deep Dive
Nermin Hajdarbegovic
July 24, 2016

The Road to VR: Thinking About Gaming Consoles as Ed-Tech Devices

The next generation of gaming consoles will be portals to VR. As such, they will also be portals to Edorble, our 3D social learning platform. 
by Gabe Baker
June 14, 2016

EdTechXEurope: An Ed-Tech Extravaganza

EdTechXEurope is June 15-16 in London. It's an ed-tech extravaganza. 
by Gabe Baker
June 14, 2016

On 3D Worlds, Virtual Reality, and Education: A Q&A With Edorble CEO Gabe Baker

Nik Peachey asks our CEO about Edorble, 3D/VR technology, and education.
by Nik Peachey
May 26, 2016

Connecting Students and Teachers from Kazakhstan, Pakistan, and the USA

Edorble has recently been used to bring together teachers and students from Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Italy, and the United States.
by Gabe Baker
May 22, 2016

Edorble is Presenting at EdTechXEurope

We are thrilled to announce that Edorble will be presenting at EdTechXGlobal!
by Gabe Baker
May 20, 2016

How To Display Files from Google Drive in Edorble

With Edorble, you can now display files from Google Drive in your 3D world. Here's how.  
by Gabe Baker
May 17, 2016

Want a Custom Built 3D Virtual World for Your Online Classes or Meetings?

Like our features, but want a unique world? We can help you bring it to life.
by Gabe Baker
May 11, 2016

Teaching in a Virtual Environment

Guest blogger Leigh Hall writes about Edorble and the ways she's thinking about using it. 
Leigh Hall
May 3, 2016

New Art + New Features = A New Edorble

Edorble just got a beautiful update.  Here's what's new.  
by Gabe Baker
May 1, 2016

Exploring Virtual Reality and Education: Edorble for VR

We're building Edorble for virtual reality headsets. Here's why we're excited about it.
by Gabe Baker
March 29, 2016

Edorble Just Raised a Funding Round!

Edorble just raised a seed stage funding round. Here's what that means for our business.  
by Gabe Baker
March 19, 2016

Why Edorble is Moving from Silicon Valley to Santa Barbara

San Francisco, it's been real.  Santa Barbara, here we come. Here's why. 
by Gabe Baker
March 18, 2016

We Just Hired Two New Artists, and They Rock

We recently welcome two 3D artists to the Edorble team, Andrej Jagar and Roberto Taminelli. They rock.
by Gabe Baker
March 3, 2016

Edorble Now Supports 50 Simultaneous Users...And There's More

15 is old news. Edorble now supports 50 simultaneous users. Also, users can now create an account and get a dashboard where they can manage their world. 
by Gabe Baker
March 1, 2016

We're Excited: Presenting Edorble at VWBPE Horizons (March 11)

We couldn't be more excited.
by Gabe Baker
February 21, 2016

Edorble: Why We're a Global Team

Edorble is global ed-tech and we are a global, remote team. Here's why.
by Gabe Baker
February 21, 2016

Why 3D Virtual Worlds Are Better Than Video Chat For Online Collaboration

Here at Edorble, we think 3D virtual worlds are more personal, playful, and powerful than video chat for a number of reasons.
by Gabe Baker
February 3, 2016

Help us win the @92Y @impacthub #7DaysofGenius Start-up challenge!

Help us win the @92Y @impacthub #7DaysofGenius Start-up challenge!
Cederik
January 20, 2016

Project aGAP: Advancing Global Awareness Possibilities

Are you a teacher interested in having your students collaborate with others around the world to address real-world problems and issues? If so, read on. 
by Gabe Baker
January 19, 2016

Issues on Windows 7

We've noticed that some users are having issues launching Edorble on Windows 7. Read this to help us figure it out!
Cederik
January 11, 2016

We're Looking for a Lead Artist

We've created a 3D virtual world for education. We're in beta, the first users are using it. And now we need somebody to take the art to the next level.
by Cederik
January 8, 2016

How to Hold Online Office Hours in Edorble

Holding your office hours online can be a convenient and powerful alternative to actually going to your real world “office” (if you have one), and they can be just as effective online as they are in person.
by Gabe Baker
January 4, 2016

Global Classroom Collaboration: Why and How

Online global collaboration between teachers and students can offer incredibly rich opportunities for learning. Here's why....and a few ideas how.
by Gabe Baker
December 28, 2015

The Launcher Awakens: A New Build of Edorble + More!

Read about the new build of Edorble, and the new place on our website for lesson plans that incorporate virtual worlds.
by Gabe Baker, Cederik Haverbeke
December 21, 2015

Business Language Role-Play Activity in a Virtual World

Students prepare and present business “pitches” to each other in a virtual world through a role-playing activity.
by Gabe Baker
December 16, 2015

Beta Launch of Our Virtual World for Education, Edorble

Today we released the first beta of Edorble, a 3D virtual world for online education. We couldn't be more excited.
by Gabe Baker, Cederik Haverbeke
December 2, 2015

Using Virtual Worlds for Online Role-Playing Activities

Role-playing activities can be powerful educational experiences. Use Edorble to try one online.
by Gabe Baker
November 21, 2015

Have Your Students Lead Poetry Discussions Online

This “how-to” will show you how you can facilitate poetry discussions with your class online in a 3D virtual world.
by Gabe Baker
November 15, 2015

Our Path Towards a Virtual World for Education

We’re designing and developing a virtual world for online education. It’s called Edorble.
by Gabe Baker, Cederik Haverbeke
October 15, 2015

Edorble Gets an Update: VR Support, Gallery Builder, New Avatars

An update to our 3D world with an early build for VR, a gallery builder, teleportation, and more!
by Gabe Baker
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Why 3D Virtual Worlds Are Better Than Video Chat For Online Collaboration

Here at Edorble, we think 3D virtual worlds are more personal, playful, and powerful than video chat for a number of reasons.
by Gabe Baker
February 3, 2016

Project aGAP: Advancing Global Awareness Possibilities

Are you a teacher interested in having your students collaborate with others around the world to address real-world problems and issues? If so, read on. 
by Gabe Baker
January 19, 2016

How to Hold Online Office Hours in Edorble

Holding your office hours online can be a convenient and powerful alternative to actually going to your real world “office” (if you have one), and they can be just as effective online as they are in person.
by Gabe Baker
January 4, 2016

Global Classroom Collaboration: Why and How

Online global collaboration between teachers and students can offer incredibly rich opportunities for learning. Here's why....and a few ideas how.
by Gabe Baker
December 28, 2015

Business Language Role-Play Activity in a Virtual World

Students prepare and present business “pitches” to each other in a virtual world through a role-playing activity.
by Gabe Baker
December 16, 2015

Using Virtual Worlds for Online Role-Playing Activities

Role-playing activities can be powerful educational experiences. Use Edorble to try one online.
by Gabe Baker
November 21, 2015

Have Your Students Lead Poetry Discussions Online

This “how-to” will show you how you can facilitate poetry discussions with your class online in a 3D virtual world.
by Gabe Baker
November 15, 2015

Global Classroom Collaboration: Why and How

Online global collaboration between teachers and students can offer incredibly rich opportunities for learning. Here's why....and a few ideas how.
by Gabe Baker
December 28, 2015

Have Your Students Lead Poetry Discussions Online

This “how-to” will show you how you can facilitate poetry discussions with your class online in a 3D virtual world.
by Gabe Baker
November 15, 2015

Global Classroom Collaboration: Why and How

Online global collaboration between teachers and students can offer incredibly rich opportunities for learning. Here's why....and a few ideas how.
by Gabe Baker
December 28, 2015

Business Language Role-Play Activity in a Virtual World

Students prepare and present business “pitches” to each other in a virtual world through a role-playing activity.
by Gabe Baker
December 16, 2015

Edorble Now Supports 50 Simultaneous Users...And There's More

15 is old news. Edorble now supports 50 simultaneous users. Also, users can now create an account and get a dashboard where they can manage their world. 
by Gabe Baker
March 1, 2016

The Launcher Awakens: A New Build of Edorble + More!

Read about the new build of Edorble, and the new place on our website for lesson plans that incorporate virtual worlds.
by Gabe Baker, Cederik Haverbeke
December 21, 2015

Beta Launch of Our Virtual World for Education, Edorble

Today we released the first beta of Edorble, a 3D virtual world for online education. We couldn't be more excited.
by Gabe Baker, Cederik Haverbeke
December 2, 2015

Our Path Towards a Virtual World for Education

We’re designing and developing a virtual world for online education. It’s called Edorble.
by Gabe Baker, Cederik Haverbeke
October 15, 2015

Help us win the @92Y @impacthub #7DaysofGenius Start-up challenge!

Help us win the @92Y @impacthub #7DaysofGenius Start-up challenge!
Cederik
January 20, 2016

Issues on Windows 7

We've noticed that some users are having issues launching Edorble on Windows 7. Read this to help us figure it out!
Cederik
January 11, 2016

We're Looking for a Lead Artist

We've created a 3D virtual world for education. We're in beta, the first users are using it. And now we need somebody to take the art to the next level.
by Cederik
January 8, 2016

Edorble is Presenting at EdTechXEurope

by Gabe Baker

We are thrilled to announce that Edorble will be presenting at one of the most significant education technology events in the world: EdTechXEurope. In their own words:

EdTechXEurope is the leading thought leader summit bringing together executive level investors, innovators and industry influencers from European and international education companies. Now in its fourth year, EdTechXEurope aims to host 800+ global attendees and invite over 150 speakers to showcase EdTech innovations and perspectives from around the world.

Cederik Haverbeke, co-founder and CTO of Edorble, will be presenting Edorble on June 15 at 11:40 AM (London Time) during the session called: "5 startups that are changing the way we teach, learn and connect." He's in great company. Take a peek:

Beyond this presentation, Cederik is also a panelist for the session called: "Disruptive Technologies and Future Trends" at 12:10 PM London time.  You can find the full EdTechXEurope agenda here.

We couldn't be more excited.  If you're going to be at edtechxeurope and want to connect, shoot Cederik an email (cederik@edorble.com).  If you won't be there but want to hear more about Edorble, shoot me an email (gabe@edorble.com).