Share Paper: Engaging Language Learners through the Use of Virtual Reality and a Robot

  1. Yu-Li Chen, Lunghwa University of Science and Technology, Taiwan
  2. Chun-Chia Hsu, Lunghwa University of Science and Technology, Taiwan
  3. Chih-Yung Lin, Lunghwa University of Science and Technology, Taiwan

Abstract: The purpose of this action research study is to create an application system as a tool and materials for training tour-guiding in English using robots combined with artificial intelligence and virtual reality technologies. A pilot experiment was conducted to examine learner engagement in using a robot for training. Two college students were invited for training and an interview was conducted after the training. Students indicated an interest in learning with a robot and they both agreed that such learning supported their learning goals. The implication of the study is that technological advancement has brought opportunities and challenges to educational innovation; ...