Development of a learning model through virtual reality technology for enhancing communication skills of undergraduate students

Abstract

The aims of this research are as follows: (1) the definition, and components of communication skills among undergraduate students; (2) the development of learning model through Virtual Reality Technology (VRT) for enhancing communication skills; and (3) to assess the effectiveness of the learning model through VRT for enhancing the communication skills of undergraduate students. The quantitative sample of this study consisted of 50 students from Class One in the 2023 undergraduate law program at the School of Political Science and Law, Zhoukou Normal University, Henan Province, They was selected by multi-stage sampling method and the collection tool was the Undergraduate Communication Skills Survey Questionnaire. The researcher examined the literature on communication theory, VRT theory and problem-based learning（PBL） theory, and constructivist theory, and designed a learning model based on VRT, incorporating the results of semi-structured interviews with five teachers. After the experiment, analysis data by descriptive statistics and Content Analysis. The study found that Chinese undergraduates' communication skills, which included expression, listening, understanding, and emotional control, can be improved through a learning model based on VRT, PBL, and constructivism theories.

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