Farzan Baradaran Rahimi

Dr. Rahimi’s research focuses on creating immersive learning environments, experiences and approaches through innovative strategies and emerging technologies (e.g., extended reality, artificial intelligence and reality capture) in both formal and informal educational contexts. He is interested in creating richer learning environments to address three major areas: STEAM education, cultural heritage and social well-being. His scholarly contributions have been widely recognized with publications and presentations in prestigious journals and conferences. Throughout his career, Dr. Rahimi has led and contributed to several award-winning interdisciplinary projects in collaboration with institutions such as the University of Calgary, Université Laval, University of Alberta, Alberta Education, Alberta Culture and Tourism, the Virtual Museum of Canada, TELUS World of Science Edmonton, The Military Museums of Alberta, ELIXR Simulations and Calgary Contemporary. These projects have explored novel applications of immersive technologies and strategies to facilitate learning and engagement across diverse contexts. | Emerging technologies, new media, immersive learning, computational design, integrative design, interdisciplinary research

Farzan Baradaran Rahimi is Canada Research Chair (Tier II) in Immersive Learning | Director of Immersive Learning Institute | Associate Professor at MacEwan University. Their stated interests include Dr. Rahimi’s research focuses on creating immersive learning environments, experiences and approaches through innovative strategies and emerging technologies (e.g., extended reality, artificial intelligence and reality capture) in both formal and informal educational contexts. He is interested in creating richer learning environments to address three major areas: STEAM education, cultural heritage and social well-being. His scholarly contributions have been widely recognized with publications and presentations in prestigious journals and conferences. Throughout his career, Dr. Rahimi has led and contributed to several award-winning interdisciplinary projects in collaboration with institution. This summary considered all 2 collected sources.