Exploring University Teachers’ Perceptions of Metaverse Integration in Higher Education: A Quantitative Study from China

Understanding these perceptions is crucial for successful adoption and implementation, particularly in the context of higher education institutions in Jiangsu Province, China, as little is known about university teachers’ perceptions of these technologies and their potential applications in educatio...

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Main Authors: Hasan Tınmaz, Wu Xiaolan
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Language:English
Published: İzmir Akademi Derneği 2024-12-01
Series:Journal of Metaverse
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Online Access:https://dergipark.org.tr/en/download/article-file/4353492
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description Understanding these perceptions is crucial for successful adoption and implementation, particularly in the context of higher education institutions in Jiangsu Province, China, as little is known about university teachers’ perceptions of these technologies and their potential applications in educational settings. This study employed a quantitative research approach, collecting data through a questionnaire sent to 389 university teachers from institutions offering Bachelor’s programs. The data were analyzed using SPSS 26, applying statistical techniques such as independent sample t-tests, Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), and factor analysis to examine the influence of demographic variables on teachers’ perceptions. The analysis revealed that demographic factors, including teachers’ age, academic qualifications, years of teaching experience, and attitudes toward new educational technologies, significantly influenced their perceptions of the application of Metaverse technologies in higher education. The findings contribute to the growing body of knowledge on technology acceptance in educational contexts and offer practical implications for policymakers and educators aiming to integrate innovative technologies into teaching and learning practices.
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spelling doaj-art-b8af8cf67774432eb1c01673d2a1293c2025-08-20T02:50:44Zengİzmir Akademi DerneğiJournal of Metaverse2792-02322024-12-014216517610.57019/jmv.15824292220Exploring University Teachers’ Perceptions of Metaverse Integration in Higher Education: A Quantitative Study from ChinaHasan Tınmaz0https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4310-0848Wu Xiaolan1https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2595-5922Woosong UniversityNanjing Xiaozhuang University - School of Foreign LanguagesUnderstanding these perceptions is crucial for successful adoption and implementation, particularly in the context of higher education institutions in Jiangsu Province, China, as little is known about university teachers’ perceptions of these technologies and their potential applications in educational settings. This study employed a quantitative research approach, collecting data through a questionnaire sent to 389 university teachers from institutions offering Bachelor’s programs. The data were analyzed using SPSS 26, applying statistical techniques such as independent sample t-tests, Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), and factor analysis to examine the influence of demographic variables on teachers’ perceptions. The analysis revealed that demographic factors, including teachers’ age, academic qualifications, years of teaching experience, and attitudes toward new educational technologies, significantly influenced their perceptions of the application of Metaverse technologies in higher education. The findings contribute to the growing body of knowledge on technology acceptance in educational contexts and offer practical implications for policymakers and educators aiming to integrate innovative technologies into teaching and learning practices.https://dergipark.org.tr/en/download/article-file/4353492university teachersmetaverseperception of metaversehigher education
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