Integrating virtual reality technology with project-based learning: The effect on creativity cultivation in visual communication majors in china

Abstract

visual communication design education often involves project-based learning (PBL). Traditional teaching methods will lead to incomplete coverage of course content, weak student autonomy, and lack of practical application, which is limited because did not pay attention to the cultivation of students' creativity. Rapid development of virtual reality (VR) technology can help fill this gap. VR technology has the advantage of interactivity, immersion, experiential learning, so that in PBL students can get a richer, deeper design experience. This study examines how VR technology can be integrated in PBL to enhance Visual Communication Design students' creativity. Specifically, this research reviews recent studies on PBL and on the application of VR technology in education. It then reports an empirical study where VR technology is used in the PBL setting to enhance art students' creativity. Results from the study show that students immersed in the VR environment generate more creative ideas, and complete projects faster with higher quality. This research suggests VR technology can be an invaluable addition to traditional PBL. More broadly, it shows the great promise VR technology holds for improving quality of education across programs.