A Framework for the Use of Immersive Virtual Reality in Learning Environments

Authors

  • Miriam Mulders University Duisburg Essen Universitätsstr. 2 45141 Essen phone: + 49 201-183 5258
  • Josef Buchner University Duisburg Essen Universitätsstr. 2 45141 Essen phone: + 49 201-183 5750
  • Michael Kerres University Duisburg Essen Universitätsstr. 2 45141 Essen phone: + 49 201-183 5222

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v15i24.16615

Keywords:

virtual reality, instructional design, immersive virtual reality, pedagogical framework

Abstract


Immersive Virtual Reality (iVR) technologies can enrich teaching and learning environments, but their use is often technology-driven and instructional con-cepts are missing. The design of iVR-technology-supported learning environ-ments should base on both, an evidence-based educational model as well as on features specific to iVR. Therefore, the article provides a framework for the use of iVR in learning environments based on the Cognitive Theory of Multi-media Learning (CTML). It outlines how iVR learning environments could and should be designed based on current knowledge from research on Multimedia Learning.

Author Biographies

Miriam Mulders, University Duisburg Essen Universitätsstr. 2 45141 Essen phone: + 49 201-183 5258

Learning Lab | Lehrstuhl für Mediendidaktik und Wissensmanagement | Universität Duisburg-Essen

Josef Buchner, University Duisburg Essen Universitätsstr. 2 45141 Essen phone: + 49 201-183 5750

Learning Lab | Lehrstuhl für Mediendidaktik und Wissensmanagement | Universität Duisburg-Essen

Michael Kerres, University Duisburg Essen Universitätsstr. 2 45141 Essen phone: + 49 201-183 5222

Learning Lab | Lehrstuhl für Mediendidaktik und Wissensmanagement | Universität Duisburg-Essen |

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Published

2020-12-22

How to Cite

Mulders, M., Buchner, J., & Kerres, M. (2020). A Framework for the Use of Immersive Virtual Reality in Learning Environments. International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning (iJET), 15(24), pp. 208–224. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v15i24.16615

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