Paul Holmes -
University
English Professor

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“VR (Virtual Reality)” ESL Discussion Questions

I. Introduction to Virtual Reality
1. What is virtual reality?
2. How do you use virtual reality?
3. Can you name some virtual reality devices?
4. What is the difference between VR and real life?
5. How does VR make you feel like you’re in another place?

II. Uses of Virtual Reality
6. What kinds of games can you play with VR?
7. How is VR used in education?
8. What are some jobs that use VR?
9. How can VR help you travel to different places?
10. Can VR be used for watching movies or shows?

III. The Technology Behind VR
11. What makes VR work?
12. Do you need a computer for VR?
13. How do VR headsets track your movement?
14. What is a VR controller?
15. Why is good graphics quality important in VR?

IV. VR Experiences
16. What is your favorite VR game or app?
17. Have you ever tried a VR roller coaster?
18. What is it like to meet people in VR?
19. Can VR make you feel scared or excited?
20. How real does VR feel?

V. Health and Safety in VR
21. Can VR make you feel sick?
22. How long can you use VR safely?
23. What can you do to stay safe while using VR?
24. Should children use VR?
25. Why is it important to have space around you when using VR?

VI. The Future of VR
26. How will VR change in the future?
27. What new features might VR have soon?
28. Can VR change the way we work?
29. How might VR affect social interactions?
30. What would you like to do with VR that you can’t do now?

VII. VR in Learning and Training
31. How can VR help you learn a new skill?
32. What subjects could be taught with VR?
33. How does VR training work for doctors?
34. Can VR help with learning languages?
35. Why is practicing with VR good for training pilots?

VIII. VR and Creativity
36. How can you make art with VR?
37. Can VR help you design buildings or cars?
38. What is a virtual concert?
39. How can musicians use VR?
40. What are some creative ways to use VR?

IX. VR in Media and Entertainment
41. How is VR changing movies?
42. Can you attend sports events in VR?
43. What is a VR theater?
44. How do you choose what to watch in VR?
45. What is it like to go on a virtual date?

X. Accessibility and VR
46. Can VR help people with disabilities?
47. How does VR make things more accessible?
48. What are some challenges of using VR for everyone?
49. How can VR bring new experiences to people who can’t travel?
50. What are some tools that make VR more accessible?

XI. Ethical Considerations of VR
51. What are some privacy concerns with VR?
52. How can VR be used responsibly?
53. What should you not do in VR?
54. Can VR be addictive?
55. How can we make sure VR is used for good?

XII. Buying and Owning VR Equipment
56. What should you consider before buying a VR system?
57. How much does a good VR setup cost?
58. How do you take care of VR equipment?
59. Can you build your own VR system?
60. Where can you try VR before buying it?

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