Abstract:
Recent research indicates that the majority of postsecondary students in North America “feel overwhelming anxiety,” an issue that has also been observed in many other reg...Show MoreMetadata
Abstract:
Recent research indicates that the majority of postsecondary students in North America “feel overwhelming anxiety,” an issue that has also been observed in many other regions and is negatively impacting students’ academic performance and overall well-being. This article reports the results of our interdisciplinary analysis of innovative ideas in cognitive science, learning models and mindsets, and current technological approaches that are aimed at understanding and addressing these anxiety and academic engagement issues. We identify the knowledge gaps and propose critical insights and research directions, such as the use of virtual reality (VR) and computer games, to fill those gaps and deal with the anxiety problem.
Published in: IEEE Transactions on Learning Technologies ( Volume: 16, Issue: 2, 01 April 2023)
Funding Agency:
Toonrush Inc., Waterloo, ON, Canada
Dan Hawes received the master's degree in digital experience innovation from the University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON, Canada, in 2016, and the Ph.D. degree in information technology (Digital Media) from Carleton University, Ottawa, ON, in 2022.
His research is focused on the design of VR applications and content to reduce anxiety and improve cognition. He is a Digital Media Producer and CEO/Founder of Just Virtual Inc., a...Show More
Dan Hawes received the master's degree in digital experience innovation from the University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON, Canada, in 2016, and the Ph.D. degree in information technology (Digital Media) from Carleton University, Ottawa, ON, in 2022.
His research is focused on the design of VR applications and content to reduce anxiety and improve cognition. He is a Digital Media Producer and CEO/Founder of Just Virtual Inc., a...View more
School of Information Technology, Carleton University, Ottawa, ON, Canada
Ali Arya (Senior Member, IEEE) received the Ph.D. degree in computer engineering from the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada, in 2003.
In 2006, he joined the School of Information Technology, Carleton University, Ottawa, ON, Canada, where he is currently an Associate Professor of interactive multimedia and design. His major research interests include educational technologies, virtual/augmented reality, h...Show More
Ali Arya (Senior Member, IEEE) received the Ph.D. degree in computer engineering from the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada, in 2003.
In 2006, he joined the School of Information Technology, Carleton University, Ottawa, ON, Canada, where he is currently an Associate Professor of interactive multimedia and design. His major research interests include educational technologies, virtual/augmented reality, h...View more
Contents Toonrush Inc., Waterloo, ON, Canada
Dan Hawes received the master's degree in digital experience innovation from the University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON, Canada, in 2016, and the Ph.D. degree in information technology (Digital Media) from Carleton University, Ottawa, ON, in 2022.
His research is focused on the design of VR applications and content to reduce anxiety and improve cognition. He is a Digital Media Producer and CEO/Founder of Just Virtual Inc., a VR/Metaverse company focused on creating virtual reality applications and content for education, entertainment, and v-commerce. He is also a part-time instructor with Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson Univeristy), Toronto, ON, and Carleton University, Ottawa.
Dan Hawes received the master's degree in digital experience innovation from the University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON, Canada, in 2016, and the Ph.D. degree in information technology (Digital Media) from Carleton University, Ottawa, ON, in 2022.
His research is focused on the design of VR applications and content to reduce anxiety and improve cognition. He is a Digital Media Producer and CEO/Founder of Just Virtual Inc., a VR/Metaverse company focused on creating virtual reality applications and content for education, entertainment, and v-commerce. He is also a part-time instructor with Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson Univeristy), Toronto, ON, and Carleton University, Ottawa.View more
School of Information Technology, Carleton University, Ottawa, ON, Canada
Ali Arya (Senior Member, IEEE) received the Ph.D. degree in computer engineering from the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada, in 2003.
In 2006, he joined the School of Information Technology, Carleton University, Ottawa, ON, Canada, where he is currently an Associate Professor of interactive multimedia and design. His major research interests include educational technologies, virtual/augmented reality, human–computer interaction, computer games and virtual worlds, artificial intelligence, and digital art.
Dr. Arya is a member of ACM and the recipient of Carleton University's Provost Fellowship in teaching. He has been on the editorial board and program committee of various journals and conferences in his areas of research.
Ali Arya (Senior Member, IEEE) received the Ph.D. degree in computer engineering from the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada, in 2003.
In 2006, he joined the School of Information Technology, Carleton University, Ottawa, ON, Canada, where he is currently an Associate Professor of interactive multimedia and design. His major research interests include educational technologies, virtual/augmented reality, human–computer interaction, computer games and virtual worlds, artificial intelligence, and digital art.
Dr. Arya is a member of ACM and the recipient of Carleton University's Provost Fellowship in teaching. He has been on the editorial board and program committee of various journals and conferences in his areas of research.View more
