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Analysis of research trends in the healthcare field utilizing extended-reality-based converged contents

  • Journal of Korean society of Dental Hygiene
  • Abbr : J Korean Soc Dent Hyg
  • 2024, 24(3), pp.197-208
  • DOI : 10.13065/jksdh.20240301
  • Publisher : Korean Society of Dental Hygiene
  • Research Area : Medicine and Pharmacy > Dentistry
  • Received : March 22, 2024
  • Accepted : April 21, 2024
  • Published : June 30, 2024

Im Ji-Eun 1 Lee Ju-Hee 1 Lim Soon-Ryun 2 Lee Won-Jae 1

1Department of Dental Hygiene, Graduate School of Namseoul University
2Department of Dental Hygiene, Namseoul University

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ABSTRACT

Objectives: Extended reality technology offers an innovative opportunity to enhance self-directed learning through interactive processes in healthcare education. This study aims to analyze research trends in the application of extended reality technologybased educational content in the field of healthcare. Methods: Through literature search, selection, and exclusion processes based on predefined criteria, we conducted an analysis of domestic healthcare studies employing extended reality technology, ultimately selecting and examining 39 relevant publications. Results: The analysis reveals diverse applications of extended reality across various fields such as medicine, dentistry, and nursing. Positive effects, including increased academic satisfaction, immersion, and interest, are observed, alongside challenges like media usage difficulties and cybersickness. Conclusions: Future research should focus on the development and application of extended reality-based educational content in diverse healthcare curricula, emphasizing both educational approaches and continuous technological advancements.

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