Virtual Reality as the Catalyst for a Novel Partnership Model in Initial Teacher Education: ITE Subject Methods Tutors’ Perspectives on the Island of Ireland

Cowan, Pamela; Farrell, Rachel

doi:10.3390/educsci13030228

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“…In turn, the study reports that the existence of technical support for emerging technologies contrib improving companies' strategy and progress. In addition, the study of [45] show The fact that VR as a business strategy exerts a significant influence on the willingness to invest in technology also seems to be in line with the study of [41]. According to their results, the perception of VR as a business strategy is an important determinant of the intention to adopt VR.…”

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An Exploratory Study about the Effect of COVID-19 on the Intention to Adopt Virtual Reality in the Tourism Sector

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During the health crisis caused by COVID-19, virtual reality (VR) proved to be useful for the tourism industry, allowing this industry to continue working despite the restrictions imposed. However, it remains to be seen if the impact of this sanitary crisis in the tourism industry influenced managers’ intention to adopt this technology in the post-pandemic period. To fill this gap, a qualitative methodological approach was adopted, using the MAXQDA20 software and interviews with managers of tourism enterprises. The results show that the willingness to invest in technology, the perception of VR as a business strategy, and the perception of the impact of the pandemic are factors that regulate the intention of companies to adopt VR. In addition, prior experience with VR and the perception of technical support are also important for its adoption. Thus, it was concluded that VR can be a valuable sustainable strategy for tourism companies to address the challenges imposed by the pandemic. However, adopting the technology depends on factors such as financial availability, business strategy, and previous experience with VR. Furthermore, tourism companies must also receive adequate technical support to ensure its correct implementation.

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“…In turn, the study of [44] reports that the existence of technical support for emerging technologies contributes to improving companies' strategy and progress. In addition, the study of [45] showed that technical assistance is a crucial factor for companies' adoption of virtual mechanisms.…”

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“…The integration of learning technologies in the field of interaction design education holds significant potential for improving learning outcomes and preparing students for real-world design challenges. By leveraging technology-enhanced pedagogies, educators can create immersive and interactive learning experiences that closely mirror industry practices (Wu et al, 2023;Cowan, & Farrell, (2023).…”

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Exploring the Impact of Learning Technologies in Teaching Interaction Design: A Case Study at First Technical University, Nigeria

2023

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Teaching interaction design poses unique challenges as it requires discussing design principles for interactive products. Conventional methods like static slides and lectures often fail to effectively engage learners, leading to reduced satisfaction and limited active participation. To address this issue, an action research study was conducted at First Technical University, Nigeria, to investigate the impact of incorporating learning technologies in teaching interaction design. The study involved 21 purposively selected 200 level students from the Computer Science and Software Engineering departments who willingly participated to compare their previous instruction in interaction design.The study aimed to adapt the current learning approach by emphasizing technologyenhanced methods such as flipped classrooms and online teaching. By integrating technology-equipped pedagogy, the research aimed to enhance learners' engagement and interest in the subject.The findings reveal that the integration of learning technologies in teaching interaction design has a significant impact on student engagement and understanding. The gradual inclusion of various technologies transformed students from passive learners to active participants who freely expressed their ideas, engaged in critical discussions, and applied design principles in practical contexts. The results also highlight the importance of aligning pedagogy with learners' needs and cultural context. By creating a less formal learning environment that encourages open expression of ideas and active participation in discussions, the use of learning technologies not only enhances the application of design principles but also fosters the development of students' personalities and soft skills. Notably, communication skills, leadership abilities, teamwork, and project management skills exhibited significant improvement throughout the study cycles.

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“…During the COVID-19 lockdown, research by Farrell [38] revealed a shift in the cooperating teacher/student teacher hierarchy, positioning student teachers as mentors or 'learning leaders', supporting experienced teachers in schools as they transitioned to new pedagogies associated with online teaching. This state of 'reverse mentoring' involved a reciprocal relationship between experienced and novice teachers, with dual mentoring in opposite directions, facilitated by student teachers' use of technology-enhanced learning and co-operating teachers' pedagogical mastery in the classroom [39,40].…”

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Using Virtual Reality to Support Retrieval Practice in Blended Learning: An Interdisciplinary Professional Development Collaboration between Novice and Expert Teachers

Cowan,

Farrell

2023

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This small-scale study comprised an evaluation of a teacher professional learning experience that involved the collaborative creation of resources using immersive virtual reality (VR) as a retrieval practice tool, specifically focusing on the open access aspects of the SchooVR platform. SchooVR offers teachers and students tools to enhance teaching and learning by providing a range of virtual field trips and the ability to create customised virtual tours aligned with curriculum requirements. By leveraging the immersive 360° learning environment, learners can interact with content in meaningful ways, fostering engagement and deepening understanding. This study draws on the experiences of a group of postgraduate teacher education students and co-operating teachers in Ireland and Northern Ireland who collaborated on the creation of a number of immersive learning experiences across a range of subjects during a professional learning event. The research showcases how immersive realities, such as VR, can be integrated effectively into blended learning spaces to create resources that facilitate retrieval practice and self-paced study, thereby supporting the learning process. By embedding VR experiences into the curriculum, students are given opportunities for independent practice, review, and personalised learning tasks, all of which contribute to the consolidation of knowledge and the development of metacognitive skills. The findings suggest that SchooVR and similar immersive technologies have the potential to enhance educational experiences and promote effective learning outcomes across a variety of subject areas.

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Virtual Reality as the Catalyst for a Novel Partnership Model in Initial Teacher Education: ITE Subject Methods Tutors’ Perspectives on the Island of Ireland

Cited by 4 publications

References 57 publications

An Exploratory Study about the Effect of COVID-19 on the Intention to Adopt Virtual Reality in the Tourism Sector

An Exploratory Study about the Effect of COVID-19 on the Intention to Adopt Virtual Reality in the Tourism Sector

Exploring the Impact of Learning Technologies in Teaching Interaction Design: A Case Study at First Technical University, Nigeria

Using Virtual Reality to Support Retrieval Practice in Blended Learning: An Interdisciplinary Professional Development Collaboration between Novice and Expert Teachers

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