SEWI-ATD’s 2016 Fall Special Event has incited quite a buzz about the promises of virtual and augmented realities in the talent development industry! After having had many conversations with colleagues about it though, it seems that hesitations about its proliferation in training during the next few years greatly outweigh the faith that many have regarding their organization’s acceptance of futuristic methodologies anytime soon. Perhaps a four-generation workforce and the old-school mentality of some middle-aged upper managers is what brings certain progressive L&D initiatives to a screaming halt. Or maybe it’s limited budgeting and resources that are getting in the way.  However, to get a glimpse of how AR & VR are moving fast in the public eye, and how that may begin to drive organizational change sooner rather than later, check out these 5 Top Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality Technology Trends for 2016.