EdTech and Education are rapidly changing, and the Genius Group Limited, a leading entrepreneur EdTech and education group, is at the forefront of this revolution. With over 4.3 million students in over 200 countries, Genius Group is now introducing Genius Metaversity 2.0 – a virtual reality learning environment – in partnership with GeniusX and Vatom Labs.
The new virtual learning environment is set to hold educational courses and summits in the Metaverse. The inaugural event is this week’s Global AI Entrepreneur Summit, held on September 6 and 7, 2023, with over 6,000 entrepreneurs registered to attend. The summit is giving each participant access to their own Genie AI, providing personalized guidance and learning, together with their virtual avatars which can connect in a global classroom.
Genius Metaversity 2.0 is the upgraded version of the initial Genius Metaversity 1.0, launched in June 2023. The new version offers a range of features that are set to expand over the next three months. These include access to a virtual 3D world via laptop or desktop, integrated into GeniusU, a central hub for personalized learning, and four virtual campuses – Entrepreneur Campus, Investor Campus, University Campus and School Campus.
Each campus hosts a vibrant community, lead mentors, course content, GEMS (student credits), and a calendar of live courses and events. Additionally, the Partner Portal gives faculty and community partners the opportunity to get certified and build their global classrooms, offering their courses with the help of GeniusU’s AI-driven tools.
The Founder of Genius Group, Roger Hamilton, said: “We are excited to build on our partnership with Vatom Labs and welcome GeniusX, bringing their innovative designs to our Metaversity. With the partners we have assembled and the current AR/VR projects and plans our partners have with well-known entities in this space, we are excited to be working with pioneers in the new world of gamified virtual learning. The future of education is in personalized, gamified, immersive learning.”
Vatom is a platform dedicated to transforming how businesses connect with their target audiences. It enables more direct and meaningful interactions, helping to foster stronger relationships, boost loyalty, and drive growth. The platform, which is favored by Fortune 1000 companies, offers a comprehensive suite of features, unrivalled ease-of-use, superior scalability, and robust security.
Eric Pulier, Founder of Vatom, added: “Genius Metaversity is exactly the kind of project Vatom’s platform and set of tools have been designed for. We are excited to integrate our world-building tools and avatars with GeniusU’s partner portal, campuses and Genie AI. We also see potential in extending Genius Metaversity’s campus model to companies building their global classrooms to train and certify their teams and customers.”
GeniusX is an XR development company founded by Nick Janicki, Lyle Mason, and Joe Polish that provides interactive, immersive learning experiences for the future of education. The Retreat App on the Meta Store is an example of their work, as it hosts classes with the world’s best Metaverse professionals. Students can choose their virtual reality trip through interactive learning worlds, customized group classrooms, and stunning immersive surroundings.
Nick Janicki, Co-founder & CEO of GeniusX, commented: “This partnership is a fantastic opportunity to apply our unique learning methodologies to Genius University, which was first showcased in the Meta VR store. With the addition of GeniusX’s design expertise specific to virtual worlds, we look forward to accelerating the timeline in making Genius Metaversity available via fully immersive VR headsets and devices.”
Genius Group is focused on disrupting the current education model with a student-centred, life-long learning curriculum that prepares students with the leadership, entrepreneurial and life skills to succeed in today’s market. Its curriculum includes programs ranging from school camps to entrepreneur accelerators, events, and online courses. By identifying each individual’s key talents, passions, and purpose, the platform connects them to a network of fellow students, skilled mentors, and teachers best positioned to help them succeed.
In July 2022, Genius Group announced the acquisition of the University of Antelope Valley, a for-profit institution that offers undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs.
As teachers, we’re always looking for new, innovative ways to engage our students and prepare them for success. The introduction of Genius Metaversity 2.0 is a great example of how EdTech and virtual reality can be used to create immersive and personalized learning experiences. The possibilities of this learning environment are endless, and we’re excited to see what the future holds for the Genius Metaversity.
