The "meta universe" is fire. What can lead to learning?

In 2021, the word meta-world started to gain public attention, and with the recent announcement of China Products 2021, the meta-world became the most popular word in the world.

Carrier of integration of the virtual and the real, the meta-world offers many opportunities for interaction, content, office automation and other exchanges. So what changes will lead to learning? How should we see the meta world?

What is a meta-universe?

According to a research report on the Metaverse released by the New Media Research Center at Tsinghua University, the metaverse is a new type of internet and social media that incorporates many new technologies, providing a prior experience based on use. continuation of technology and applying previous experience accordingly. digital twins. To do. The technology creates a mirror image of the real world, creating a blockchain-based technology industry, tightly integrating the virtual world and the real-world industry. print, social and personal, and each user creates content and edits the world.

Metauniverse is a neologism, but not a new concept, and as we talk about it now, it is more of a mixture of existing concepts such as virtual reality, augmented reality, blockchain, cloud computing, intelligence and other new technologies. It is important to create the framework for the meta edge. Wang Shuiguo, Student Council Member of Ministry of Education Online Education Research Center and Online President of Tsinghua University Academy.

Regarding the nature of the interaction between the meta world and the real world, Wang Shuaiguo believes that the meta world is the connection between the digital twin and the virtual world.

Exploration of the global meta hasn't stopped in recent years. Why is the meta world now so popular in 2021?

There are technical and social reasons for this. Shi Yuanchun, computer expert at Tsinghua University, said that at the technological level, the main meta-world support systems, such as augmented reality, digital twins, blockchain, Internet of things, l intelligence, communication and metering, continuous improvement and the integration of several technologies are visible. On the relational level, transmission has also led to the proliferation of information technologies.

Using the meta world to learn

In fact, the Meta Universe has already emerged as an educational bane. ACAI, a global AI training provider, hosted Nintendo's 2020 "Animal Crossing Club" conference, but the China University of Telecommunications did not endorse it. The students who did not graduate due to the contagion were able to rebuild the school with the sandbox game “Minecraft”, and the students were able to transform into character games and gather in one place to get their diploma.

A unique meta-world is needed for immersive learning and to create a safe learning environment for students. Taking historical research as an example, Wang Shuaiguo said that the Metaverse's technology curriculum and manuals will not be limited to books and slides. Able to oppose Du Fu's poetry.

Another key feature of Meta Universe is saving on tuition fees. In science and technology, meta-space technology can experiment with expensive learning tools and upgrade technology while empowering faculty. Shi Yuanchun said that Metaverse technology can save a lot of tuition fees. Used for human body, surgical simulation, chemical experiment, etc., it can reduce test loss and save the life of teachers and students in the experiment.

The best Metaverse classes will make the class more productive and engaging for students. The instructor can set up the desired images according to his taste, and the instructor can also be Sima Qian or Einstein. Wang Shuiguo describes the presentation of the class in the meta world. Each vaccine can be converted into a unique character. For example, when a student is dissatisfied with a teacher's explanation, a question pops up in their head so the teacher can easily grasp it. comment in time.

Encourage the study of meta-universe learning

On the other hand, educators must pay attention to the changes brought about by the metaverse and take the initiative to understand the new technology and its applications. In the meantime, Metaverse will extend the depth and breadth of online learning and provide a better online learning environment for all participants, including teachers, students, parents and staff. disseminate information, through multi-stakeholder discussions. Wang Shuiguo said.

In educational applications, access and interaction is the best of VR technology. However, at present, the use of technology is not mature enough, VR technology has not been improved, and the application scenario is still very limited. Shi Yuanchun said that the current equipment also has some issues, such as discomfort with wear and tear, overheating and short battery life, which affect the user experience. Given the current situation, improving the technology may take some time.

Speaking of the risks that a metaverse can bring, Wang Shuaiguo said the technology itself is neither good nor bad. When developing the metaverse, it is necessary to create a healthy environment for the development of technology, taking into account the negative effects of financial fraud and overconsumption of people.

Integrity exists in the virtual world, and governments and all walks of life must play a role in monitoring cyberspace, ensuring cyberspace security, and preventing technological abuse. Demonstration Anchun said.

In addition, research studies on metaverse need to be strengthened. In particular, it applies to education, to respect for the rules of the pupils, to the improvement of the learning of the transition between learning and learning by pupils of different ages, of different levels and of study in the meta-space, and supports exploration of metaspace. universe. . education. Wang Shuaiguo said that in the future, Metaverse may also bring new challenges for teachers.