Adoption of Virtual Reality for Learning Among Students
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2018-04
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Faculty of Communication and Information Sciences, University of Ilorin, Ilorin.
Abstract
This study examines student view on the use of Virtual Reality (VR) in a learning environment as part of their university experience with the goal to enhance their learning, and in particular the extent to which it could replace real method of teaching/learning (Traditional teaching/learning method). The study employed a qualitative survey study and 5 participants were interviewed. In all, based on the student experience with and visualization of VR applications the findings revealed that students would love to experience and view their course content through the means of VR. Students were extremely positive about the potential of Virtual Reality in a learning environment to provide valuable learning experiences. Most of the informant affirmed that the use of VR for learning will be creative, interactive and full of immersion. The study, therefore, suggests that more studies should be carried out and implementation done on the use of Virtual Reality for both teaching and learning in Nigeria Universities.
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Conference Proceeding
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Virtual Reality, Visualize, Experience, Adoption