An exploration of Turkish students’ perspectives on Metaverse-enhanced English as a foreign language education

Authors : Esen Genç

Pages : 2165-2179

Doi:10.30783/nevsosbilen.1769604

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Publication Date : 2025-12-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :The Metaverse incorporates a variety of technologies to offer a completely new learning experience for users. This study focuses on Turkish university students\\\' perceptions of the role of the Metaverse in developing their English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learning process. The data were collected through semi-structured interviews with a sample of 40 undergraduate students from an EFL program at a public university in Turkey. Thematic analysis was used to identify key themes among students with regard to their definitions, personal experiences, perceived value, and potential barriers to utilizing the Metaverse. Findings reveal that while many students are aware of Metaverse and view it as a valuable technological tool, very few actually have experience. Challenges identified by students are related to acquiring the right technological tools, developing effective pedagogical approaches to enable their use of them, and ethical considerations surrounding this environment. The results of the study provide EFL educators and policymakers with a framework for designing and developing effective methodologies for implementing Metaverse technologies in EFL instruction.
Keywords : yapay zeka, yabancı dil olarak ingilizce, öğrenci algısı

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