Xu, Liang
ORCID: 0000-0002-2619-1883, Du, Haoyang, Jia, Songkai, Andrade, Mark, Ennis, Cathy, Uí Dhonnchadha, Elaine
ORCID: 0000-0003-3448-4288 and Ward, Monica
ORCID: 0000-0001-7327-1395
(2024)
Mythology Meets Technology: Transforming a 2D Game into a Virtual Reality Journey for Language Reconnection.
In: 2024 IEEE 3rd International Conference on Intelligent Reality (ICIR), 5-6 December 2024, Coimbra, Portugal.
Abstract
This paper explores the transformation of the 2D language learning game, Cipher, into a 3D Virtual Reality (VR) experience to enhance Irish language learning and reconnection. Despite the Irish language's official status, its use is limited in day-to-day life, necessitating innovative educational methods. The VR adaptation integrates sociocultural theory and elements of Irish folklore and mythology to create an immersive learning environment. A study with 20 participants from primary and secondary schools was undertaken to evaluate user satisfaction with the VR game. Preliminary results show that the VR version enhances engagement and motivation compared to the earlier 2D evaluations. This research demonstrates the potential of VR to create transformative educational and cultural experiences in language learning. Further research is required to investigate its impact on learning.
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| Item Type: | Conference or Workshop Item (Paper) |
|---|---|
| Event Type: | Conference |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | Adaptivity, text analysis, digital game-based language learning |
| Subjects: | Computer Science > Interactive computer systems Computer Science > Multimedia systems Engineering > Virtual reality Humanities > Irish language Humanities > Language Social Sciences > Educational technology |
| DCU Faculties and Centres: | DCU Faculties and Schools > Faculty of Engineering and Computing DCU Faculties and Schools > Faculty of Engineering and Computing > School of Computing Research Institutes and Centres Research Institutes and Centres > ADAPT Research Institutes and Centres > d-real |
| Published in: | Proceedings of the 2024 IEEE 3rd International Conference on Intelligent Reality (ICIR). . IEEE. |
| Publisher: | IEEE |
| Official URL: | https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10976767 |
| Copyright Information: | Author |
| Funders: | Science Foundation Ireland |
| ID Code: | 31998 |
| Deposited On: | 11 Dec 2025 13:56 by Liang Xu . Last Modified 11 Dec 2025 13:56 |
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