Effects of natural user interfaces on user experience, activation and task performance in immersive virtual learning environments

Authors

  • Daniela Janssen Institute Cluster IMA/ZLW & IfU of RWTH Aachen University, Germany IMA – Institute of Information Management in Mechanical Engineering & ZLW – Center for Learning and Knowledge Management & IfU – Institute for Management Cybernetics
  • Valerie Stehling Institute Cluster IMA/ZLW & IfU of RWTH Aachen University, Germany IMA – Institute of Information Management in Mechanical Engineering & ZLW – Center for Learning and Knowledge Management & IfU – Institute for Management Cybernetics
  • Anja Richert Institute Cluster IMA/ZLW & IfU of RWTH Aachen University, Germany IMA – Institute of Information Management in Mechanical Engineering & ZLW – Center for Learning and Knowledge Management & IfU – Institute for Management Cybernetics
  • Ingrid Isenhardt Institute Cluster IMA/ZLW & IfU of RWTH Aachen University, Germany IMA – Institute of Information Management in Mechanical Engineering & ZLW – Center for Learning and Knowledge Management & IfU – Institute for Management Cybernetics

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56198/1n0x3t94

Keywords:

Virtual reality, Immersive learning, User experience, Immersion, Virtual learning environment, Higher education, Individual learning

Abstract

The rising digitalization of all life and work areas also rapidly influences higher education. As a driving force of “Industry 4.0” digitalization demands new digital ways of working and new kinds of human-computer interaction. These changed circumstances require new and technical competences of future employees. To prepare students for this, a technologically-oriented teaching and learning process as well as gaining practical experience is crucial. In this context, Virtual Reality (VR) provide new opportunities for practical experience in education, where they can further intensify the students learning experiences to a more immersive and engaging involvement in the learning process. In order to be prepared for the future working life, students have to learn to deal with new technologies. As a first step to use immersive virtual learning environments (VLE) for education and to understand more deeply which kind of experiences students gain while learning in immersive VLE an experimental research study has been carried out. The paper describes the theoretical background of learning in an immersive VLE. Then the user study, which investigates the effect of natural user interfaces on user experience, activation and task performance in an immersive VLE, is outlined. Finally, the results of the user study are presented and discussed.

Published

16-09-2025

Conference Proceedings Volume

2017 3rd International Conference of the Immersive Learning Research Network (iLRN) - Workshop, Long and Short Paper, and Poster Proceedings

Section

Conference Proceeedings

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How to Cite

Effects of natural user interfaces on user experience, activation and task performance in immersive virtual learning environments. (2025). Immersive Learning Research - Academic, 1(2), 68-79. https://doi.org/10.56198/1n0x3t94

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