The Impact of Virtual Reality Use on the Development of Students’ Key Competencies in the University Educational Environment
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15852327Keywords:
critical thinking, digital literacy, experiential learning, student engagement, immersive technology, higher education, collaborative learning.Abstract
The study aimed to investigate the impact of virtual reality (VR) technologies on the development of key competencies among university students. A mixed-methods approach was employed, including surveys, classroom observations, and semi-structured interviews across three higher education institutions. The findings indicated a significant improvement in students’ critical thinking, collaboration, and digital literacy skills. VR integration was found to enhance engagement and experiential learning. These results suggest that VR can serve as an effective tool for fostering essential competencies in higher education settings.
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