African Horticulture Studies (Agri/Plant Science) | 11 February 2009
Virtual Reality in Irrigation Scheduling: A Theoretical Framework for Evaluation in Kenyan Agriculture
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Abstract
Virtual reality (VR) technology has gained traction in agricultural education for enhancing training programmes related to irrigation scheduling. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative interviews with quantitative surveys to assess participants’ learning outcomes and their application in practice. The theoretical framework provides a robust basis for future research on the efficacy of VR in agricultural education, particularly for irrigation scheduling. Further empirical studies should explore long-term impacts and cost-effectiveness of VR training programmes in diverse farming contexts. The empirical specification follows $Y=\beta_0+\beta^\top X+\varepsilon$, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.