Category: EDUCACION

The future of the video game industry has not been written yet.

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Executive vision: the 5 megatrends shaping videogames 2026–2031 The videogames industry is no longer only a games industry. It is becoming the operating system of digital entertainment: IP, social identity, AI creation, live events, education, esports, creator economies and immersive worlds are converging. Newzoo estimates the global games market at $188.8B in 2025, with 3.6B players, led by mobile but with renewed console momentum after new hardware cycles. PwC expects global videogame revenue to grow from $224B in 2024 to nearly $300B in 2029, exceeding movies and music combined. (Newzoo)

ONE Digital Consulting marks 10 years driving the shift toward the experiential economy

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Over the past ten years, ONE Digital Consulting has followed a path defined not just by technology, but by a deeper question: how can we transform the way people experience knowledge, culture, and connection? From immersive classrooms in the MOE UAE to virtual ecosystems for commerce and innovation, the journey reflects a shift beyond digital transformation toward something more human—the experiential economy. Projects such as My Virtual Fair, Madrid in Game, and the internationally recognized VIVALDI 3.0 illustrate a new paradigm where learning is lived, culture is felt, and interaction becomes immersive. This article is not just a reflection on a decade of work, but an exploration of what comes next. As the boundaries between physical and virtual worlds dissolve, the real challenge emerges: designing experiences that truly matter. Because the future is no longer something we simply access—it is something we experience.

The Present and Future of Job Skills

Education in the Age of Intelligence: Present and Future Skills Society Actually Needs

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A narrative review and policy-oriented framework for vocational resilience, immersive education, and labor-market alignment (2024–2025 evidence) Abstract Public discourse on artificial intelligence (AI) and work often centers on job displacement and the future value of technical skills. However, recent European and global evidence indicates that many labor-market pressures stem less from automation than from persistent [...]

Music for all ages

The Healing Power of Harmony: Enhancing Elder Well-being Through Classical Music and Virtual Reality

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This article explores the therapeutic intersection of classical music and immersive virtual reality (VR) experiences for the elderly. Drawing from ongoing research and implementation in projects such as Music 5 Senses, Vivaldi 3.0 and The Immersive Music Planet, we present an evidence-based framework on how multisensory, music-driven VR can enhance cognitive function, emotional resilience, physical well-being, and social connectivity among older adults. This proposal outlines both scientific foundations and real-world applications that position immersive music as a powerful non-pharmacological intervention in elder care.

XR Project Development: A Comprehensive Advanced Guide

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In the digital age, high-quality content is essential for engaging and retaining audiences, as well as provide value and resolve problems to real life. It helps build trust, establish authority, and drive traffic. Compelling content can differentiate a brand, provide value to the audience, and foster community engagement.

VIVALDI 3.0 THE JOURNEY. III

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"Journey Through the Immersive Universe of Four Seasons" is an interactive xr experience that immerses viewers into the realm of Antonio Vivaldi’s musical masterpieces. Through visually compelling storytelling, participants will delve into Vivaldi’s creative journey as he breathes life into his renowned concerto "The Four Seasons." Each season unfolds in a distinct and captivating environment, seamlessly blending natural elements and music to deliver a multisensory and enchanting encounter.

VIVALDI 3.0 THE PROJECT. II

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"In the immersive universe of Vivaldi 3.0, we explore the Four Seasons from an innovative and unique perspective. In each season, you can discover the values of nature and how they are endangered by climate change, in a painting that gradually unfolds as we uncover the passage through each one of them. Water, air, earth, [...]

Metaverse is ready for Education

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Over the course of the past two decades, I have been fortunate enough to engage in groundbreaking initiatives within the realm of digital transformation in education. Today, as we grapple with contrasting viewpoints on whether the #Metaverse holds promise as an educational tool or is merely a rehashed concept, I wish to offer my insights on the matter.

La Frágil Levedad del SER

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Muerto el #Metaverso, larga vida a la #AI o #ChapGPT,  debiera decir? En este mundo tan frágil, efímero e inconsistente en el que vivimos últimamente, resulta muy preocupante la fragilidad de los argumentos que soportan grandes decisiones de la vida diaria. El duro mundo del influencer, del bloguero, del metaversado, en busca de la última [...]