TY  - JOUR
T1  - Exploring University Teachers’ Perceptions of Metaverse Integration in Higher Education: A Quantitative Study from China
AU  - Tınmaz, Hasan
AU  - Xiaolan, Wu
PY  - 2024
DA  - December
Y2  - 2024
DO  - 10.57019/jmv.1582429
JF  - Journal of Metaverse
JO  - JMv
PB  - İzmir Academy Association
WT  - DergiPark
SN  - 2792-0232
SP  - 165
EP  - 176
VL  - 4
IS  - 2
LA  - en
AB  - Understanding these perceptions is crucial for successful adoption and implementation, particularly in the context of higher education institutions in Jiangsu Province, China, as little is known about university teachers’ perceptions of these technologies and their potential applications in educational settings. This study employed a quantitative research approach, collecting data through a questionnaire sent to 389 university teachers from institutions offering Bachelor’s programs. The data were analyzed using SPSS 26, applying statistical techniques such as independent sample t-tests, Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), and factor analysis to examine the influence of demographic variables on teachers’ perceptions. The analysis revealed that demographic factors, including teachers’ age, academic qualifications, years of teaching experience, and attitudes toward new educational technologies, significantly influenced their perceptions of the application of Metaverse technologies in higher education. The findings contribute to the growing body of knowledge on technology acceptance in educational contexts and offer practical implications for policymakers and educators aiming to integrate innovative technologies into teaching and learning practices.
KW  - University teachers
KW  - Metaverse
KW  - Perception of Metaverse
KW  - Higher education
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