Exploring the Horizon: A Comprehensive Systematic Literature Review on Student Engagement in the Metaverse
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| Title: | Exploring the Horizon: A Comprehensive Systematic Literature Review on Student Engagement in the Metaverse |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Abubakar Sadiq Muhammad, Muesser Nat, Abdillahi Mohamoud Sheikh Muse, Andre Ziki Sena |
| Source: | On the Horizon. 2025 33(2):223-244. |
| Availability: | Emerald Publishing Limited. Howard House, Wagon Lane, Bingley, West Yorkshire, BD16 1WA, UK. Tel: +44-1274-777700; Fax: +44-1274-785201; e-mail: emerald@emeraldinsight.com; Web site: http://www.emerald.com/insight |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 22 |
| Publication Date: | 2025 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Information Analyses |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Literature Reviews, Learner Engagement, Computer Simulation, Simulated Environment, Artificial Intelligence, Technology Uses in Education, Interpersonal Relationship, Learning Experience, Gamification, Higher Education |
| DOI: | 10.1108/OTH-11-2024-0080 |
| ISSN: | 1074-8121 2054-1708 |
| Abstract: | Purpose: The purpose of this study is to systematically review the literature on student engagement in the metaverse, a virtual environment that integrates augmented reality and virtual reality. Design/methodology/approach: This research used a tripartite model to analyze relevant scholarly works. This study cantered on examining the elements that lead to student involvement in the metaverse by focusing on three complex dimensions: cognitive, emotional and behavioral components of engagement. This review paper conducted an extensive examination of pertinent research publications, integrating the results, pinpointing areas where the existing knowledge is lacking and offering suggestions for future studies and applications. Findings: The findings indicate that there are several aspects that impact student engagement in the metaverse. These factors encompass the immersive characteristics of the environment, social interactions, individualized learning experiences and the incorporation of gamification components. Originality/value: This review adds to the existing scholarly discourse on student engagement in technology enhanced learning settings and emphasizes the potential of the metaverse as a novel platform for facilitating significant and immersive educational experiences. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2026 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1498060 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Purpose: The purpose of this study is to systematically review the literature on student engagement in the metaverse, a virtual environment that integrates augmented reality and virtual reality. Design/methodology/approach: This research used a tripartite model to analyze relevant scholarly works. This study cantered on examining the elements that lead to student involvement in the metaverse by focusing on three complex dimensions: cognitive, emotional and behavioral components of engagement. This review paper conducted an extensive examination of pertinent research publications, integrating the results, pinpointing areas where the existing knowledge is lacking and offering suggestions for future studies and applications. Findings: The findings indicate that there are several aspects that impact student engagement in the metaverse. These factors encompass the immersive characteristics of the environment, social interactions, individualized learning experiences and the incorporation of gamification components. Originality/value: This review adds to the existing scholarly discourse on student engagement in technology enhanced learning settings and emphasizes the potential of the metaverse as a novel platform for facilitating significant and immersive educational experiences. |
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| ISSN: | 1074-8121 2054-1708 |
| DOI: | 10.1108/OTH-11-2024-0080 |
