Work-in-Progress—Designing a Virtual Reality Simulation to Teach Elements of Network Routing
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https://doi.org/10.56198/Keywords:
Virtual Reality, Virtual learning systems, Higher educationAbstract
Students studying computer networking often have difficulty with relating theoretical models like TCP/IP with actual components. The use of illustrations and diagramsare only partially successful in helping students to grasp what happens ‘inside’ networking equipment such as routers. Virtual Reality (VR) provides a unique opportunity for students to step inside a router and physically simulate the routing process, helping to build a more solid mental model. This paper presents the design of a novel virtual reality system for teaching elements of network routing. Through providing a physical simulation of network address calculation, it aims to improve student conceptual learning and retention.
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