Perception and Satisfaction from Using Virtual Reality Technology in Learning

Abstract

The objectives of this research aimed to 1) the perception of the use of virtual reality technology in learning, 2) the satisfaction of students with virtual reality technology, 3) the obstacles to the use of virtual reality technology in learning for education. This research is a qualitative research. The sample group was selected as Naresuan University students. Use in-depth interviews with virtual reality users. The criteria for selecting the sample group of key informants used non-probability samples with purposive sampling. It consisted of 30 students studying in the fields of science and humanities and social sciences. The sample group had never had any experience using virtual reality before because they wanted to use it by themselves and have a new experience for the first time.

The research results found that 1) The perception of using virtual reality consisted of 1. visual perception, 2. sound perception, 3. head-mounted device, joystick and tactile button perception. 2) Satisfaction with using virtual reality technology for learning can be divided into 3 aspects: 1. satisfaction with information perception, 2. satisfaction with entertainment, stress relief, 3. satisfaction with being active person. 3) The obstacles to the use of virtual reality technology in educational learning are 1. VR headsets being quite heavy for some users. For first-time users, they need guidance on how to access and use VR technology effectively. 2. The content that users want to be diverse to cover more subjects. The knowledge gained from this research is virtual reality technology has the feature of helping users of the device to relate to the media and the story in the media. It has the feature of creating images and sounds in a three-dimensional system that helps to attract attention. It can create a form of perception that leads to more effective learning.