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Main Authors: Gao, Hong, Huai, Haochun, Yildiz-Degirmenci, Sena, Bannert, Maria, Kasneci, Enkelejda
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Published: 2024
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Online Access:https://arxiv.org/abs/2409.08738
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author Gao, Hong
Huai, Haochun
Yildiz-Degirmenci, Sena
Bannert, Maria
Kasneci, Enkelejda
author_facet Gao, Hong
Huai, Haochun
Yildiz-Degirmenci, Sena
Bannert, Maria
Kasneci, Enkelejda
contents Data literacy is essential in today's data-driven world, emphasizing individuals' abilities to effectively manage data and extract meaningful insights. However, traditional classroom-based educational approaches often struggle to fully address the multifaceted nature of data literacy. As education undergoes digital transformation, innovative technologies such as Virtual Reality (VR) offer promising avenues for immersive and engaging learning experiences. This paper introduces DataliVR, a pioneering VR application aimed at enhancing the data literacy skills of university students within a contextual and gamified virtual learning environment. By integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT as a conversational artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot embodied within a virtual avatar, DataliVR provides personalized learning assistance, enriching user learning experiences. Our study employed an experimental approach, with chatbot availability as the independent variable, analyzing learning experiences and outcomes as dependent variables with a sample of thirty participants. Our approach underscores the effectiveness and user-friendliness of ChatGPT-powered DataliVR in fostering data literacy skills. Moreover, our study examines the impact of the ChatGPT-based AI chatbot on users' learning, revealing significant effects on both learning experiences and outcomes. Our study presents a robust tool for fostering data literacy skills, contributing significantly to the digital advancement of data literacy education through cutting-edge VR and AI technologies. Moreover, our research provides valuable insights and implications for future research endeavors aiming to integrate LLMs (e.g., ChatGPT) into educational VR platforms.
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spellingShingle DataliVR: Transformation of Data Literacy Education through Virtual Reality with ChatGPT-Powered Enhancements
Gao, Hong
Huai, Haochun
Yildiz-Degirmenci, Sena
Bannert, Maria
Kasneci, Enkelejda
Human-Computer Interaction
Data literacy is essential in today's data-driven world, emphasizing individuals' abilities to effectively manage data and extract meaningful insights. However, traditional classroom-based educational approaches often struggle to fully address the multifaceted nature of data literacy. As education undergoes digital transformation, innovative technologies such as Virtual Reality (VR) offer promising avenues for immersive and engaging learning experiences. This paper introduces DataliVR, a pioneering VR application aimed at enhancing the data literacy skills of university students within a contextual and gamified virtual learning environment. By integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT as a conversational artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot embodied within a virtual avatar, DataliVR provides personalized learning assistance, enriching user learning experiences. Our study employed an experimental approach, with chatbot availability as the independent variable, analyzing learning experiences and outcomes as dependent variables with a sample of thirty participants. Our approach underscores the effectiveness and user-friendliness of ChatGPT-powered DataliVR in fostering data literacy skills. Moreover, our study examines the impact of the ChatGPT-based AI chatbot on users' learning, revealing significant effects on both learning experiences and outcomes. Our study presents a robust tool for fostering data literacy skills, contributing significantly to the digital advancement of data literacy education through cutting-edge VR and AI technologies. Moreover, our research provides valuable insights and implications for future research endeavors aiming to integrate LLMs (e.g., ChatGPT) into educational VR platforms.
title DataliVR: Transformation of Data Literacy Education through Virtual Reality with ChatGPT-Powered Enhancements
topic Human-Computer Interaction
url https://arxiv.org/abs/2409.08738