Co-Creating Collaborative Learning Spaces in the Metaverse to Foster Online Teamwork and Belonging

Abstract

This study seeks to transform how students, academic staff, and professional services staff perceive and utilise co-created metaverse spaces to enhance online learners’ collaborations. By evaluating the power of immersive virtual meeting spaces to foster online communication, teamwork, and a sense of belonging, the project aims to redefine and enhance the learning experience. At its core, this co-created metaverse initiative empowers students to take the lead in designing and developing virtual collaborative learning spaces, fostering ownership and innovation. By enabling learners and educators to co-create immersive environments tailored to their specific needs and aspirations, the project paves the way for a truly student-centred and dynamic approach to online education. Through this exploration, the team seeks to demonstrate how student-driven, collaborative online learning in the metaverse can become a blueprint for building stronger connections and fostering effective teamwork among remote learners, setting a new standard for inclusive, engaging, and impactful education.