Impact of Extended Reality on Architecture Students’ Interest, Self-Efficacy, and Learning Performance
Extended Reality (XR) technologies, including augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR), are increasingly being integrated into architectural education to enhance learning experiences. This research investigates how XR tools influence architecture students’ interest, self-efficacy, and academic performance through two longitudinal, mixed-methods studies. By examining both short-term and course-long implementations, the study aims to provide empirical insights into the pedagogical value of XR in architectural learning environments.
XR Technologies in Architectural Education
XR tools offer immersive and interactive learning environments that allow students to visualize, construct, and experience architectural designs beyond traditional representational methods. This section discusses the educational potential of AR and VR in architecture, emphasizing their ability to bridge theory and practice, enhance spatial understanding, and support experiential learning.
Study 1: Augmented Reality in a Bamboo Construction Workshop
The first study was conducted during a 10-day intensive workshop that employed AR to support the construction of bamboo structures. This paragraph examines how AR facilitated hands-on learning, improved students’ confidence in construction tasks, and stimulated situational interest by enabling real-time visualization and guidance during the building process.
Study 2: Virtual and Augmented Reality in a Design Course
The second study took place within a semester-long architecture design course, where VR and AR were used for design development and model presentation. This section explores how immersive visualization tools influenced students’ sustained interest, self-efficacy, and performance by enabling iterative design exploration and enhanced communication of architectural ideas.
Interest Development and Pedagogical Structure
Using the model of interest development as a theoretical framework, the research analyzes how students’ interest evolved over time. Findings highlight the critical role of course structure and meaningful interactions between instructors and students in maintaining and deepening interest. This topic emphasizes that XR tools alone are insufficient without supportive pedagogical strategies.
Implications for XR-Integrated Architectural Learning
The study concludes that to effectively increase learning interest through XR technologies, educators must focus on using these tools to strengthen the connection between course content and students’ personal experiences. Providing opportunities for practical application, reflection, and collaborative learning is essential. These findings offer guidance for designing XR-enhanced curricula that foster long-term engagement and meaningful learning outcomes in architectural education.
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