3D Scanning Trends in Schools
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Overview of 3D Scanning Trends in Schools Worldwide and in Vietnam
In recent years, 3D school scanning and 360-degree virtual tours have become prominent trends worldwide, particularly in the field of modern education and culture. Schools are implementing virtual tours to attract parents and potential students, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic and the digital transformation. In many places, virtual tours are integrated into websites and social media, helping to expand reach and enhance the school's professional image.
Beyond simply capturing visual images of a space, this technology recreates the entire learning environment with high accuracy, allowing viewers to feel as if they are actually standing on campus. This opens up many opportunities for educational institutions to promote their image, improve enrollment quality, and support teaching and research.
Schools, from preschool and elementary to university level, can fully showcase their classrooms, libraries, laboratories, sports facilities, and common areas by applying 3D scanning and 360-degree virtual tours. Instead of just viewing static images or videos, parents and students can freely move around in the virtual space, observing every detail, from the facilities to the room layout. This is a more transparent, visual, and impressive way of conveying information compared to traditional communication methods.
In 2020, 360-degree virtual tour technology helped Van Maerlant University in the Netherlands enhance interaction and effectively recruit students during the pandemic. Just one week after its launch, the virtual tour attracted nearly 1,700 views from 662 users.
The benefits of virtual tours in education.
Benefits for the school administration
Increase enrollment capacity:A virtual 360-degree tour allows parents and students to explore the school grounds at any time, thereby increasing trust and positive feelings towards the learning environment.
Save time and resources:Virtual tours eliminate the need for expensive in-person tours, optimizing costs and personnel, and can be used continuously as needed.
Infrastructure management and reporting: 3D scanning of schools support in planning, safety inspection, or internal use (training, testing) effectively.
Make a technological and professional impression.:Displaying virtual tours on the website, in admissions emails, and through media helps the school stand out and affirms its commitment to modern technology.
Benefits for parents and students
Reduces stress and makes it easier to get used to.:New students, especially those transferring to a higher grade or from a distance learning environment, can explore the campus beforehand through a virtual tour to reduce initial confusion and build confidence before enrollment.
Interactive and engaging learning:Tours can incorporate annotations, audio, and video, allowing users to interact and explore according to their needs, increasing interest and leading to better knowledge acquisition.
Flexible access anytime, anywhere.:Parents and students can view tours via their personal devices, even if they are far away or busy, allowing them to make quick and convenient decisions.
The value of 3D scanning in schools.
Another significant advantage is that this technology helps bridge geographical distances. Parents who live far away, international students, or those studying abroad who need to learn about schools can access virtual tours anytime, with just an internet-connected device. This not only saves time and travel costs but also enhances the viewer's experience, facilitating quicker school selection decisions.
In addition to its role in promotion and student recruitment, 3D scanning of schools also supports the management and preservation of facilities. 3D scans store complete images, dimensions, and structures of the space, making it easy for schools to plan repairs, upgrades, or rearrange functional areas as needed. This is a smart solution for effective asset management, minimizing losses and extending the lifespan of the buildings.
From an experiential learning perspective, 360-degree virtual tour technology also opens up possibilities for integration into online lectures. Teachers can take students on a "tour" of a laboratory, a museum, or a research facility right in the classroom, without them having to leave their seats. This is especially useful in the context of the growing development of digital education and distance learning.
Some notable Virtual Tour 360 school projects implemented by Meta Art.
ISHCMC International School
The International School of Ho Chi Minh City (ISHCMC) has partnered with Meta Art to launch two virtual tours using 3D scanning technology, providing a vivid and engaging exploration experience for parents and students, both domestic and international.
At the primary school level, the virtual tour realistically recreates every space, from classrooms and libraries to playgrounds, creating a sense of familiarity, safety, and vibrancy. Parents can easily "tour" the school, observe the classroom layout and living environment, and thus clearly understand the educational philosophy the school pursues.
Link to view the project: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=6jJEqCiuLa5
At the secondary school level, 360-degree virtual tour technology captures a panoramic view of subject classrooms, sports facilities, auditoriums, and other functional areas, depicting a dynamic, modern, and highly practical learning environment. This helps prospective students visualize the place where they will study and train. Online school tour. HERE.
Hue National High School for the Gifted
These three virtual tours not only proved highly effective during social distancing periods, when in-person visits were limited, but also became a powerful tool to support international student recruitment. Schools can showcase their facilities anytime, anywhere, significantly saving consultation time while still ensuring a genuine and impressive interactive experience.
For more project information, please contact Meta Art; we will respond as soon as possible!
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FOR FURTHER REFERENCE:
- 3D scanning technology: A breakthrough catalyst for Vietnamese culture and tourism.
- Virtual reality applications: A breakthrough in digital communication and customer experience.
- What is 3D spatial scanning? 7 outstanding benefits for businesses in 2025
- Matterport 3D technology helps Van Maerlant University increase visitor numbers during the admissions process.
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