Virtual reality and libraries by Jen Davis

Looking into this subject I came across one of my favorite cities in California, Santa Cruz. The Santa Cruz Public Library will hold virtual reality events throughout the year of 2019. Patrons can attend the events to obtain knowledge and exposure to the virtual reality equipment. This will also give patrons an opportunity to ask as many questions as they may have regarding this technology. As stated on their web page "Santa Cruz Public Libraries has an Oculus Rift Virtual Reality system.  The Oculus system is manufactured by Oculus VR, a division of Facebook.  It is currently being employed for the Make Lab events happening at the Scotts Valley Branch Library and complimenting other library programs throughout 2019." So, if you're on a summer road trip, passing through beautiful Santa Cruz, stop by their Scotts Valley Branch Library to see if they have an event happening. You can also visit their web site listed bellow to obtain more information. Another great article to check out regarding virtual reality is "In a Virtual World" by American Libraries. In this article you will see how public libraries, schools and academic are using this technology in their own communities. The findings were interesting to read, especially a school that gave special needs students sessions with the technology. They saw an increase in focus and retention with the students.
https://www.santacruzpl.org/digitallearning/?display=virtual-reality
https://americanlibrariesmagazine.org/2018/03/01/virtual-world-virtual-reality-libraries/