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RESEARCH PAPER
Science learning in 3D virtual environment multi-users online in basic education stage
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Department of Creative media, Luminus Technical University College, Amman, JORDAN
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Humanities and Social Sciences Research Center, Ajman University, Ajman, UAE
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Deanship of Graduate Studies and Research, Ajman University, Ajman, UAE
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Ministry of Education, Amman, JORDAN
Publication date: 2023-01-06
EURASIA J. Math., Sci Tech. Ed 2023;19(1):em2216
KEYWORDS
educational virtual environmentsvirtual learningvirtual worldavatar3Dsciencelearningattitudesbasic education stage
ABSTRACT
Technological development is ever-evolving in all areas of life, its impact on the education field
has emerged, and science is part of learning that teachers struggle with in their teaching methods.
This study aimed to explore the effects of using a 3D virtual environment in learning science at
the basic education stage and students’ attitudes towards their use. A quasi-experimental design
was used in this study. A total of 99 students participated in the study, divided into two groups:
an experimental group (n=50) and a control group (n=49). In this study, an achievement test and
questionnaire were used as study tools after validating their validity and reliability. The data were
analyzed using SPSS. Results showed that in the experimental groups that were taught science
topics in 3D virtual environments, there were statistically significant differences compared to the
control groups. In addition, students in the experimental group who were learning the topics in
science textbooks in a 3D virtual environment showed positive attitudes toward it. The study
recommends the use of 3D virtual environments in science education.
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