Overcoming language barriers in film production: the role of VR-based learning in English proficiency
Virtual Reality (VR) has promptly transformed educational practices, presenting immersive environments that boost learning experiences. However, it must be noted that even though earlier research highlights the possible role of VR in language learning as a viable medium, it still stands as a largely...
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| author | Orathai Piayura Thidarat Boonmas Niyom Wongphongkham Phongthanat Sae-joo Wanichcha Narongchai Hava Wongphongkham Buapun Promphakping Md Ahbabur Rahman |
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| description | Virtual Reality (VR) has promptly transformed educational practices, presenting immersive environments that boost learning experiences. However, it must be noted that even though earlier research highlights the possible role of VR in language learning as a viable medium, it still stands as a largely unexplored area due to lack of understanding of its potential and limitations. This research is fueled by the shift toward using digital educational resources during the time of the corona virus pandemic and it focuses on the contribution of VR toward the improvement of English skills within the context of the film industry in Thailand. The study created a VR App called “EngLab for Film” that has 10 interactive units related to film making. Using structured questionnaires, quantitative data were collected and analyzed with SPSS to assess engagement, motivation, and independent learning outcomes. Findings reveal that VR-based learning fosters motivation and enhances vocabulary acquisition, offering a dynamic alternative to traditional methods. However, technical limitations, such as video clarity, require further refinement. This study underscores VR's transformative potential in language education, providing actionable insights for its integration into specialized professional contexts. The findings indicate that VR can significantly enhance language skills and motivation, though technical and content-related improvements are needed. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-3a384a76dc8a41cab84d2d7337e69a0b2025-08-20T03:44:35ZengFrontiers Media S.A.Frontiers in Education2504-284X2025-02-011010.3389/feduc.2025.14934421493442Overcoming language barriers in film production: the role of VR-based learning in English proficiencyOrathai Piayura0Thidarat Boonmas1Niyom Wongphongkham2Phongthanat Sae-joo3Wanichcha Narongchai4Hava Wongphongkham5Buapun Promphakping6Md Ahbabur Rahman7Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, ThailandFaculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, ThailandFaculty of Fine and Applied Arts, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, ThailandFaculty of Education, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, ThailandFaculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, ThailandFaculty of Fine and Applied Arts, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, ThailandDepartment of Social Development, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, ThailandInternational College, Thaksin University, Songkhla, ThailandVirtual Reality (VR) has promptly transformed educational practices, presenting immersive environments that boost learning experiences. However, it must be noted that even though earlier research highlights the possible role of VR in language learning as a viable medium, it still stands as a largely unexplored area due to lack of understanding of its potential and limitations. This research is fueled by the shift toward using digital educational resources during the time of the corona virus pandemic and it focuses on the contribution of VR toward the improvement of English skills within the context of the film industry in Thailand. The study created a VR App called “EngLab for Film” that has 10 interactive units related to film making. Using structured questionnaires, quantitative data were collected and analyzed with SPSS to assess engagement, motivation, and independent learning outcomes. Findings reveal that VR-based learning fosters motivation and enhances vocabulary acquisition, offering a dynamic alternative to traditional methods. However, technical limitations, such as video clarity, require further refinement. This study underscores VR's transformative potential in language education, providing actionable insights for its integration into specialized professional contexts. The findings indicate that VR can significantly enhance language skills and motivation, though technical and content-related improvements are needed.https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/feduc.2025.1493442/fullE-Learningmetaversevirtual realitylanguage acquisitionE-Learning success |
| spellingShingle | Orathai Piayura Thidarat Boonmas Niyom Wongphongkham Phongthanat Sae-joo Wanichcha Narongchai Hava Wongphongkham Buapun Promphakping Md Ahbabur Rahman Overcoming language barriers in film production: the role of VR-based learning in English proficiency Frontiers in Education E-Learning metaverse virtual reality language acquisition E-Learning success |
| title | Overcoming language barriers in film production: the role of VR-based learning in English proficiency |
| title_full | Overcoming language barriers in film production: the role of VR-based learning in English proficiency |
| title_fullStr | Overcoming language barriers in film production: the role of VR-based learning in English proficiency |
| title_full_unstemmed | Overcoming language barriers in film production: the role of VR-based learning in English proficiency |
| title_short | Overcoming language barriers in film production: the role of VR-based learning in English proficiency |
| title_sort | overcoming language barriers in film production the role of vr based learning in english proficiency |
| topic | E-Learning metaverse virtual reality language acquisition E-Learning success |
| url | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/feduc.2025.1493442/full |
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