Is Metaverse in Education Blessing in Disguise?

Abstract

The advancements in technology have led to the emergence of the metaverse, as a landscape where people interact virtually as avatars, especially in the realm of academic achievement in areas such as entertainment, academic practice, instructional design, and more. According to tech experts, this year could distinguish intelligentsia from laborers, and the advanced methods developed in the last few years will make the first moves last year in creating the virtual world a reality. The properties of the metaverse are explained in-depth, along with a clear definition of the metaverse in education and a comprehensive framework for it. Further potential uses of the metaverse in education are also discussed, along with their justifications and use cases, such as online and blended learning, language learning, competency-based education, and inclusive practice. The challenges of using the metaverse for academic purposes are also discussed. According to academics, one of the most significant applications of the metaverse is education, which has a promising future. We believe that the existence of the metaverse can serve as a new learning environment, and the use of the metaverse in training can be viewed as an educational setting enhanced by technologies related to the metaverse that combine elements of virtual and actual learning environments. It allows students to access the educational environment through wearable technology without being restricted by time or location, and it can lead to improved outcomes, create employment opportunities, and enhance global competitiveness.