Motivation through Application: Evaluating Virtual Reality for STEM Engagement

Poster Session IX

Keyword: Studying and Learning

Abstract: We examined how supplemental VR learning activities affect students’ (N = 211) intrinsic motivation and cognitive workload compared to a real world learning activity and a non-learning control. Results indicate virtual supplemental activities may provide a more motivating environment for student learning without increasing the cognitive demand of the task.

• Tyler Parker (Presenting Author)
• Ann Hillary Buenafe (Author)
• Ethan Castanon (Author)
• Louis Perry (Author)
• Eleni Benchek (Author)
• Stefanie Drew (Author)