Removing the distance from distance learning: utilizing augmented reality to integrate virtual reality distance education students into on-campus classrooms

• Project/Area Number: 23K00658
• Research Category: Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C)
• Allocation Type: Multi-year Fund
• Section: 一般
• Review Section: Basic Section 02100:Foreign language education-related
• Research Institution: Kanda University of International Studies
• Principal Investigator: BONNER Euan 神田外語大学, 教育イノベーション研究センター, 講師 (70837989)
• Co-Investigator(Kenkyū-buntansha): LEGE Ryan 神田外語大学, English Language Institute, 准教授 (10837991)
• Project Period (FY): 2023-04-01 – 2026-03-31
• Project Status: Granted (Fiscal Year 2023)
• Budget Amount: ¥4,810,000 (Direct Cost: ¥3,700,000、Indirect Cost: ¥1,110,000); Fiscal Year 2025: ¥260,000 (Direct Cost: ¥200,000、Indirect Cost: ¥60,000); Fiscal Year 2024: ¥1,040,000 (Direct Cost: ¥800,000、Indirect Cost: ¥240,000); Fiscal Year 2023: ¥3,510,000 (Direct Cost: ¥2,700,000、Indirect Cost: ¥810,000)
• Keywords: virtual reality / augmented reality / language education / distance learning / transactional distance

Outline of Research at the Start

This research examines VR/AR benefits in merging distance learning students with in-person classrooms. A hybrid AR/VR app facilitates group interaction in an AR/VR mixed space. Results will inform future distance education strategies and foster inclusivity for online learners in classrooms.