Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012)

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Virtual Reality Workshops in Rural Ethiopian Schools: A Scoping Review of Student Learning Gains

Fikadu Girma, Department of Cybersecurity, Haramaya University Selam Teklehaimabat, Adama Science and Technology University (ASTU) Wolde Abayeha, Haramaya University Mekonnen Berhan, Department of Data Science, Gondar University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18963185
Published: May 5, 2012

Abstract

Virtual reality (VR) technology has shown potential in enhancing educational experiences, particularly in rural settings where access to resources is limited. A comprehensive search strategy was employed across academic databases focusing on studies published from to present, targeting publications in English. Studies were included if they reported outcomes related to VR use by teachers or students in Ethiopia's education sector. Findings indicate a significant positive correlation between the number of VR workshops attended and student learning gains ($r = 0.78$, p < 0.05), suggesting that more exposure leads to better educational outcomes. The review suggests that integrating VR into teacher professional development programmes can significantly enhance student learning in rural Ethiopian schools, although further research is needed to confirm these findings. Future studies should focus on evaluating the long-term effects of VR workshops and exploring different pedagogical approaches within a broader context of technology integration in education.

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Fikadu Girma, Selam Teklehaimabat, Wolde Abayeha, Mekonnen Berhan (2012). Virtual Reality Workshops in Rural Ethiopian Schools: A Scoping Review of Student Learning Gains. Journal of Migration, Conflict, and Human Security in Africa (Social/Humanities, Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18963185

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EthiopiaVirtual RealityEducational TechnologyScoping ReviewRural DevelopmentE-learningTeacher Training

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