The Save Ancient Studies Alliance is delighted to announce a new partnership with Flyover Zone, the world leading innovative technology company whose pioneering work in virtual reality opens new avenues for experiential learning of the ancient world. This collaboration represents a promising future for our mission to preserve and promote ancient history through cutting-edge technology.
Flyover Zone was founded in 2022 by Dr. Bernard Frischer, a leading figure in the field of virtual heritage and professor emeritus at University of California Los Angeles, University of Virginia, and Indiana University. Flyover’s team of experts creates immersive VR tours of ancient sites, combining modern aerial footage and 3D digital reconstructions. Their work brings wonders of the ancient world back to life, restoring them to the height of their former glory. By revitalizing the bright colors of the Parthenon's Frieze and the white limestone covers of the Pyramids of Giza, the work Dr. Frischer and his team reverses the sands of time to give their users a truly unique experience of the ancient world.
Through their proprietary platform, Yorescape, students take virtual field trips across the world to countries such as Egypt, Greece, and Italy, totaling to 15 locations to visit, and more in the works. Flyover Zone’s immersive VR tours of ancient sites and commitment to the education of its uses with the integrated explanations and lessons taught by experts aligns perfectly with SASA’s commitment to making historical education accessible and engaging for a global audience. This partnership perfectly encapsulates what the study of the ancient world can look like!
Featured in the Google Play store, New York Times, and the Smithsonian Magazine, Flyover Zone is recognized as a trailblazer in the use of VR for educational purposes. In May 2024 Flyover Zone expanded into the K-12 education space, supporting more teaching opportunities with shorter, more classroom friendly tours and audio lessons suitable for a range of students. It is no wonder they have established partnerships with many colleges and universities across the US, and continue to expand their offerings.
We are excited to invite educators, history enthusiasts, and the general public to engage with FlyOver Zone’s VR experiences. Stay tuned for more updates as we unveil how FlyOver Zone’s virtual tours can contribute to our Archeogaming Education Modules. We are grateful for this opportunity to continue our shared mission of safeguarding and celebrating the rich tapestry of ancient history.
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