Immersive Virtual Reality (VR) in Geography Lessons in Schools – A Case Study from North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

The ongoing urbanization and digitization of society bring new challenges and opportunities for urban development and planning.In this context, the concept of the "Smart City" has been gaining increasing significance for years.For geography education, this topic not only provides an opportunity to address current developments but also helps students gain a deeper understanding of the interactions between humans, space, and technology.The areas of Smart Mobility, Smart Retail, Smart Living, and Smart Environment offer practical examples that enable students to critically examine urban development processes and actively participate in shaping them.