The effect of virtual reality on learning, memorization and cognitive load

Subject Areas : Infomartion Technology

farzaneh  gharibi ¹ (PhD in Educational Planning, Department of Educational Sciences, Faculty of Humanities, Arak Branch, Islamic Azad University, Arak, Iran)
Faezah  Nateghi ² (Faculty Member, Department of Educational Sciences, Faculty of Humanities, Arak Branch, Islamic Azad University, Arak, Iran)
Saeid  Mosavipour ³ (دانشیار ،گروه علوم تربیتی و روانشناسی، دانشکده علوم انسانی،دانشگاه اراک، اراک، ایران)
mohamad  seifi ⁴ (department at education ,arak branch , islamic azad university, arak iran)

Received: 2020-09-30 Accepted : 2022-06-01 Published : 2022-06-22

Keywords: Learning, Biology, virtual reality, cognitive load, Memorization,

Abstract :

, the present study aimed to determine the effect of virtual reality education on learning, memorization and cognitive burden in biology. The research method was quasi-experimental using a pretest-posttest design with a control group. The statistical population included all 10th grade female students in Arak who were randomly selected by cluster sampling of two schools and the method of replacing classes in the experimental and control groups was random. To measure the amount of learning and retention, the Academic Achievement Test was done by the researcher and to measure the amount of load, the Pass and Van Marinboer grading scale was used. Data were analyzed using analysis of covariance and repeated measures. Findings showed that the learning and retention of the virtual reality group was significantly higher than the group that was trained in the traditional way. Other findings showed a significant reduction in the cognitive load of the virtual reality group compared to the control group. According to the findings, it can be concluded that the correct use of virtual reality in the learning environment allows users to have less effective learning and forgetfulness. Therefore, it is recommended to use the potentials of this technology in teaching different courses.

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