Equity reality: The Vic public school illuminating learning

Grant Quarry

By Grant Quarry
Published November 28, 2023

Staff and students at one school in Victoria have been busy revelling in a new smart classroom that uses virtual reality and augmented reality technology for experiential learning across all subjects linked to the curriculum.

From left, Lyndale SC principal, Pam Robinson, Federal Member for Bruce, Julian Hill, SEMMA CEO, Honi Walker, Minister for Government Services, Minister for Consumer Affairs and the Minister for Public and Active Transport, Gabrielle Williams and Noble Park North Ward mayor, Lana Formoso, attended the launch on Friday.

On Friday, Lyndale Secondary College became the first Victorian Government school to open its own Lumination Learning Lab.

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