Utilization of metaverse environment for education among nursing students based on personality traits and digital literacy

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Background: The metaverse, a virtual reality space that enables real-time interaction, is increasingly being integrated into education, as traditional classrooms often fail to meet the diverse student needs. This study examined nursing students' satisfaction, self-efficacy, and learning experiences within a metaversebased collaborative learning environment, focusing on the influence of personality traits and digital literacy. Methods: A quasi-experimental, one-group post-test design was employed with 40 nursing students. Additionally, 15 students participated in focus group interviews (FGI). The relationships between personality traits, digital literacy, and metaverse satisfaction were analyzed using t-tests, chi-square tests, and Pearson's correlation coefficients. Interview data were examined using content analysis. Results: Digital literacy was positively correlated with self-efficacy and course satisfaction. Introverted students reported reduced presentation anxiety, whereas extroverted students exhibited lower platform satisfaction. The interviews identified usability issues and emphasized the need for structured guidance for students with high neuroticism. Conclusion: While, the metaverse can support diverse learning needs, careful integration is essential to address usability concerns and to provide structured guidance tailored for certain students. (c) 2025 International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights are reserved, including those for text and data mining, AI training, and similar technologies.

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