Intro to AR/VR/MR/XR: Technologies, Applications & Issues
Completed by Rachel Adkins
April 20, 2026
28 hours (approximately)
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What you will learn
Explain the conceptual and technological differences between VR, AR, MR, and XR.
Understand strengths and weaknesses of VR and AR for new XR applications.
Summarize the XR technology landscape in terms of platforms, devices, applications, and tools.
Devise a strategic plan to incorporate XR into new projects and initiatives.
Skills you will gain
- Category: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives
- Category: Innovation
- Category: Augmented Reality
- Category: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR)
- Category: Disabilities
- Category: Human Factors (Security)
- Category: Design Strategies
- Category: Emerging Technologies
- Category: Information Privacy
- Category: Ethical Standards And Conduct
- Category: Virtual Reality
- Category: Human Computer Interaction

