Volume 17, Number 4

Immersive vs Desktop VR in Hotel English Education: Effects on Engagement of Chinese University Students

  Authors

Meng Huan, Mageswaran A/l Sanmugam, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia

  Abstract

This study examined the effects of immersive VR and desktop VR on engagement in a Hotel English course among Chinese university students. A quasi-experimental pre-test and post-test design was employed with 30 participants, and engagement was measured using a modified Reeve Engagement Questionnaire (REEQ). Results showed that both VR modes increased engagement, with IVR producing greater gains. Female students demonstrated larger improvements than male students, particularly under IVR, suggesting a potential moderating effect of gender. These findings indicate that higher immersion and interactivity can more effectively enhance engagement in ESP courses, while DVR remains a viable alternative for institutions with limited technological resources.

  Keywords

Immersive Virtual Reality (IVR); Desktop Virtual Reality (DVR); Hotel English; Student Engagement.