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A comparative study of the learning outcomes and experience of VR in education

Slavova, Y. and Mu, M. (2018) A comparative study of the learning outcomes and experience of VR in education. In: IEEE Conference on Virtual Reality and 3D User Interfaces (IEEE VR 2018). Germany: IEEE. (Accepted)

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Abstract:
Virtual Reality (VR) is believed to have a pivotal role in transforming teaching and learning in higher education. The novelty factor and full immersion in a virtual environment can undoubtedly improve students' attention. However, it is still unclear how the use of VR would impact the learning experience and outcomes with respect to knowledge acquisition. We conducted a comparative study on students' performance in a standardised assessment when course content is delivered using VR and conventional lecture slides. Results show that improvement in social interaction and productivity tools in VR are essential for its greater impact in higher education.
Additional Information:
Paper presented at the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Conference on Virtual Reality and 3D User Interfaces (IEEE VR 2018) held 18-22 March 2018 in Reutlingen, Germany.
Uncontrolled Keywords:
Multimedia Information Systems—Artificial, augmented and virtual realities
Subjects:
L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB2300 Higher Education > LB2395.7 Internet in higher education. Web-based instruction. Educational technology
Creators:
Slavova, Y. and Mu, M.
Publisher:
IEEE
Faculties, Divisions and Institutes:
Faculties > Faculty of Arts, Science & Technology > Computing
Date:
February 2018
Date Type:
Acceptance
Title of Book:
IEEE Conference on Virtual Reality and 3D User Interfaces (IEEE VR 2018)
Place of Publication:
Germany
Event Type:
Conference
Language:
English
Status:
Accepted
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