Metaverse in Higher Education: Reshaping Pedagogies and Entrepreneurial Ventures

Metaverse in Higher Education: Reshaping Pedagogies and Entrepreneurial Ventures

Khalida Akbar, Vicent Mbonye, Trisha Govender
Copyright: © 2024 |Pages: 18
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-2422-6.ch008
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Abstract

The integration of the Metaverse in higher education transforms pedagogies and fosters entrepreneurial prospects. This chapter explores the Metaverse's influence on education, emphasizing integration, challenges, opportunities, and ethics. Augmented and virtual reality immerse students, fostering critical thinking and creativity. The Metaverse spawns innovative educational tools, fostering collaborations between academia and entrepreneurship. Challenges include technological barriers, costs, and ethical concerns. Private institutions adapt policies, aligning with student expectations. The Metaverse enhances engagement, emphasizing personalized learning experiences. Ethical considerations are crucial in a transformative landscape. Collaborations between academia and industry drive innovation, contributing to the evolution of higher education. The Metaverse's integration signifies a profound shift, necessitating innovation, ethics, and collaboration. This chapter underscores its transformative potential in pedagogies, entrepreneurship, and ethical considerations in higher education.
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Pedagogical Evolution Through Metaverse Integration

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted traditional education by closing campuses and affecting student engagement, emphasizing the need for innovative curriculum delivery and a heightened focus on student well-being to navigate unforeseen disruptions effectively. In response, this led to the accelerated creation of virtual content and a significant shift towards the digitalization of higher education materials and e-learning (Onu et al., 2023), addressing both educational needs and overall well-being in the face of pandemic challenges (Ruz-Fuenzalida, 2021).

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