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VR in the Language Classroom
Virtual reality as a place to use a language, not a gadget.
About the course
This course gives language teachers the pedagogical, technical and methodological skills to use virtual reality meaningfully in language teaching. Participants explore how immersive virtual environments can support communicative language learning.
Through hands-on practice, reflection and lesson design, teachers learn to select, adapt and create VR-based activities in line with the CEFR and their curriculum.
Who it is for
Teachers of foreign languages (any language) and language-school managers.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- understand the pedagogical value of VR for language learning
- use and adapt virtual learning environments for different levels and contexts
- design VR-based language tasks
- integrate VR activities into existing curricula and lesson plans
- run collaborative and problem-solving tasks in virtual environments
The week, day by day
Four hours of training in class every morning, plus field teaching in Split: 30 hours in all. The detailed timetable follows a few weeks before the course, when the group is final.
- MondayDay 1
09:00–13:00
Foundations
- Foundations of VR in language teaching
- Experiential and immersive learning
Afternoon
Diocletian’s Palace
The Roman palace that is the old town, a short bus ride from the school.
- TuesdayDay 2
09:00–13:00
Tasks
- Task-based learning in VR
- TPR and movement-based learning in VR
Afternoon
Marjan hill
Pine woods and views over the islands, straight from the old town.
- WednesdayDay 3
09:00–13:00
Communication
- Communicative language practice in virtual environments
- Collaboration and problem-solving in VR
Afternoon
The Riva
Coffee on the waterfront, or a swim at Bačvice in the warmer months.
- ThursdayDay 4
09:00–13:00
Real life
- Role-play and simulation for real-life language use
- Storytelling in VR
Afternoon
Trogir
A UNESCO-listed island town, about half an hour west of Split.
- FridayDay 5
09:00–13:00
Lesson design
- Planning with VR: pre-, in- and post-VR tasks
Afternoon
Klis Fortress
A medieval fortress on the pass above the city.
- SaturdayDay 6
09:00–13:00
Bringing it home
- Presenting your VR lesson
- Personal action plan for your own school
- Course evaluation and certificates
Afternoon
Your certificate
The last morning ends with certificates; the afternoon is for the trip home.
Dates
- 5 July 2027Split, apply by 1 June 2027Apply
Please book your travel only after we confirm that the course will run.
What the fee includes
480 EUR per participant
- All training: 30 hours, six mornings in class plus field teaching
- Course materials
- Certificate of attendance with hours and topics
- Europass Mobility support
Not included: travel, accommodation and meals. These are usually paid from the travel and individual support in your Erasmus+ grant.
For your Erasmus+ application
A neutral description of the course you can adapt for your application, mobility plan or learning agreement. The learning outcomes above can go into the Europass Mobility document.
A six-day structured course (30 hours) at Jantar – International House Split, Croatia, on virtual reality in language teaching. Participants explore immersive and experiential learning and design communicative VR tasks, role-plays, simulations and storytelling activities aligned with the CEFR, with pre-, in- and post-VR stages. The course is hands-on and supports the priority of digital transformation.
Practical questions
How long is a course and what are the daily hours?
Every course runs for 6 days, Monday to Saturday, from 09:00 to 13:00 each morning, plus field teaching: 30 hours in all, as stated on the certificate. Afternoons are free for Split. The detailed timetable is sent a few weeks before the course, when the group is final.
Where exactly does the course take place?
At our school, Jantar – International House Split, Poljička cesta 26A, 21000 Split, Croatia.
What is your OID?
Our Erasmus+ organisation ID (OID) is E10020549. The registered organisation is Učilište Jantar – ustanova za obrazovanje odraslih, Split, Croatia.
What will I receive at the end of the course?
A certificate of attendance stating the number of hours and the topics covered, as Erasmus+ reporting requires. If your organisation uses the Europass Mobility document, we complete the host-organisation part, with the learning outcomes of your course.
Should I book my flights straight away?
Wait for our confirmation that the course will run on your dates before you book travel.
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Choose a date and apply, or ask us first. We answer questions from teachers and Erasmus+ coordinators by e-mail at teacher.training@jantar.hr.