Virtual Reality-Based Training System for Autonomous Learning
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Computing and Artificial Intelligence".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 June 2025 | Viewed by 10
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Dear Colleagues,
Virtual reality-based training systems for autonomous learning represent a revolutionary innovation in education. These immersive technologies create simulated environments that enable students to explore and learn independently, adapting to their own pace. Real-time interactivity and 3D visualization optimize understanding and the retention of complex concepts, while gamification increases motivation and engagement. This approach not only personalizes the learning experience, but also democratizes access to specialized training environments, reducing the costs and risks associated with traditional training, and instant feedback and virtual hands-on experiences foster more efficient and effective learning. Moreover, the versatility of this technology makes it applicable in diverse fields, from formal education to vocational training in complex industries, promising to fundamentally transform how we acquire and apply new knowledge and skills.
Researchers are invited to present their most recent findings and results in the form of full papers or reviews on the subject of virtual reality-based training systems for autonomous learning. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the design and development of immersive virtual environments, the evaluation of their effectiveness in autonomous learning, the characterization of the user experience (interactivity, sensory immersion, and cognitive engagement), and/or their application in various fields such as higher education, vocational education, industrial training, and medical skills acquisition. This Special Issue also welcomes articles related to the integration of complementary technologies such as artificial intelligence, adaptive learning, and educational data analytics in virtual reality systems, as well as studies on the psychological and pedagogical impact of these technologies on the learning process.
Dr. Pablo Fernández-Arias
Dr. Diego Vergara
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- virtual realty
- training
- autonomous learning
- self-learning
- inmersive learning
- autonomous exploration
- efficient learning
- engagement and motivation
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