Facilitating Metaverse Integration in Education via Extended Reality and the Internet of Things: AN OVERVIEW

The metaverse, a virtual space that combines elements of the physical and virtual worlds, has gained significant attention in recent years. Its potential to transform education is considerable, with extended reality (XR) technologies, such as virtual and augmented reality, and the Internet of Everything (IoE) enabling the creation of immersive, interactive learning experiences that can enhance learning outcomes and promote educational accessibility. However, implementing a metaverse in education also poses challenges, including the need for standardized XR content, the expense of hardware and software, and concerns regarding privacy and security. This paper aims to investigate the opportunities and challenges associated with using XR and IoE to facilitate a metaverse in education. Moreover, this study offers a comparative analysis of different approaches to implementing a metaverse in education. Our findings suggest that the benefits of a metaverse in education are substantial and that careful planning, research, and collaboration can help overcome the challenges and realize the potential of this technology in education.