The Benefits and Impact of Introducing a Metaverse World Creation Package in International Virtual Exchange
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https://doi.org/10.56198/15kmn925Keywords:
Extended Reality (XR), Metaverse World Creation Package, Audience Engagement, Virtual Exchange (VE)Abstract
This study examines the impact of introducing the Metaverse World Creation Package (MWCP) in the "Multicultural Communication" course at Tohoku University. The implementation of MWCP significantly increased student participation in Metaverse world creation, rising from 35% to 100%, while the proportion of HMD-compatible worlds by students improved from 11% to 100%. Key features, particularly Grabbable objects and multimedia elements (Videos and background music), were identified as essential in enhancing presentation quality and audience engagement. Students highlighted increased interactivity, enriched cultural content, and improved HMD usability as areas for future development. The findings suggest that MWCP effectively mitigates technical barriers and fosters immersive learning experiences. Further refinements are needed to optimize its functionality, particularly in enhancing user interactivity and addressing sensory discomfort associated with HMD use.
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