Title: The use of 360-degree videos to facilitate pre-learning and reflection on learning experiences

Authors: Shinichi Sato; Makoto Kageto

Addresses: Faculty of International Welfare Development, Nihon Fukushi University, Aichi, Japan ' Faculty of International Welfare Development, Nihon Fukushi University, Aichi, Japan

Abstract: This study investigates the effective use of 360-degree videos recorded during student fieldwork. Typical fieldwork procedures comprise three steps: pre-learning, on-site fieldwork, and post-learning. This study aims to support mainly pre- and post-learning steps. Four fieldwork experiences were targeted in which the students recorded 360-degree videos, reflected on their experience, and presented their experiences to non-participating students by showing their 360-degree videos on a virtual reality headset. By observing these actions, the authors were able to determine some of the effects of using 360-degree videos as a learning aid, including helping students detect what they missed while on site, maintaining students' excitement and motivation after returning, and promoting pre-learning for younger students. Further practical efforts are needed to confirm such effects and pursue appropriate use of 360-degree video for fieldwork.

Keywords: virtual reality; 360-degree camera; experiential learning; fieldwork; reflection; higher education.

DOI: 10.1504/IJIL.2020.107609

International Journal of Innovation and Learning, 2020 Vol.27 No.4, pp.381 - 394

Received: 22 Dec 2018
Accepted: 18 Mar 2019
Published online: 02 Jun 2020 *

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