ROLE OF METAVERSE IN STRENGTHENING SOCIAL PRESENCE AND TRANSFORMING LEARNING

Abstract

In the educational context, the metaverse extends beyond conventional online platforms, offering access to learning experiences that are often unattainable in physical settings. Its immersive capabilities allow students to engage in simulated cognitive or practical scenarios that may be unsafe or impractical in real life. Furthermore, it simplifies the comprehension of complex skills requiring sustained practice and encourages learners to explore or create in ways that financial, logistical, or resource limitations may otherwise constrain. In these metaverse-mediated learning environments, students can leverage their goal orientation and self-regulation skills to manage their learning paths and participate in several learning communities.