Immersive Learning Environments: Fostering Self-directed Learning in Junior High School Students Through Virtual Tours
摘要
This study investigates the impact of virtual reality (VR) technology on enhancing self-directed learning skills among junior high school students through the development of online learning environments. Participants engaged in creating and sharing virtual tours, employing self-directed learning strategies. Utilizing a posttest design, the research assessed students’ perceived growth in self-directed learning abilities through questionnaires, interviews, and analysis of participant-created content. Results revealed significant enhancements in students’ capabilities to identify learning needs, set goals, engage actively in learning, and evaluate their learning experiences. These findings suggest that VR-supported online environments can effectively promote self-directed learning among junior high students. The study advocates for educators and researchers to utilize these insights to develop similar VR-supported learning environments, with the aim of fostering self-directed learning skills.