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Immersive Heritage and Folklore

Designing a new Collaborative Project Framework for Cardiff University

Funded by StoryFutures

Immersive Heritage and Folklore Project: Shaping the Future of Education through Collaboration

In an increasingly interconnected world, collaboration has become essential for fostering innovation and ensuring the successful transition of students into the workplace. One such collaboration is the Immersive Heritage and Folklore project, a partnership between this great adventure and Cardiff University, working with industry partners, National Museum of Wales and Literature Wales.

This innovative venture aims to bring together students, community / cultural organisations, and cutting-edge technology to create immersive storytelling experiences that captivate audiences and celebrate Welsh heritage.

Developing Essential Skills Through Collaborative Projects

The Immersive Heritage and Folklore project demonstrates the value of collaborative projects in developing critical skills for students as they prepare for their future careers. By participating in this initiative, students from Cardiff University had the opportunity to:

1.      Work with real-world clients: Engaging with live briefs from partner organisations allowed students to better understand client needs and expectations, providing invaluable experience in project management, communication, and problem-solving.

2.    Apply interdisciplinary knowledge: As students collaborated with experts from different fields, they learned to integrate various perspectives and methodologies, fostering creativity and adaptability.

3.    Gain hands-on experience with emerging technologies: Exposure to 360-degree video, binaural sound, and location-based storytelling technologies helped students develop practical skills in utilizing advanced tools, enhancing their employability in a fast-paced, technology-driven world.

4.    Develop teamwork and leadership abilities: Working in diverse teams encouraged students to cooperate, negotiate, and delegate tasks effectively, preparing them for the collaborative nature of modern workplaces.

Enhancing Community Engagement and Value for Partner Organisations

The Immersive Heritage and Folklore project not only benefited students but also added immense value to the partner organisations. Participation in this collaborative project allowed them to:

1.      Access fresh perspectives and ideas: By working with a diverse group of students, partner organisations were exposed to new, innovative approaches that helped elevate their projects and reach new audiences.

2.    Foster community engagement: The immersive storytelling encounters created by the students served as a powerful tool to connect with the local community, promoting a deeper understanding and appreciation for Cardiff's rich history and heritage.

3.    Develop future talent: Engaging with students allowed partner organisations to identify potential recruits and foster relationships with the next generation of professionals.

4.    Showcase the potential of emerging technologies: The project's innovative use of 360-degree video and binaural sound technologies allowed partner organisations to demonstrate the potential of these tools in preserving and promoting cultural heritage.

The Power of Collaboration

The Immersive Heritage and Folklore project is a testament to the power of collaboration in education and community engagement. By bringing together students, partner organisations, and state-of-the-art technology, this venture has successfully created immersive storytelling encounters that celebrate Cardiff's heritage while providing invaluable learning experiences for students. As a result, the project not only preserves the past but also shapes the future of education, community engagement, and professional development.

This Collaborative Project Framework has been designed to be adaptive and flexible.

We can develop this with any university or organisation, and deliver it in-person, online, or using a hybrid approach/

The experience can be delivered over a range of timelines from 2 to 10 weeks.

Each project can engage with different local / relevant partners, and we can change up the technologies to create different types of experience.

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