Virtual Reality-Based Traffic Sign Education for Early Childhood

This study delves into the utilization of Virtual Reality (VR) technology for teaching traffic signs to young children, emphasizing a developmental interaction approach. It goes beyond previous VR education studies by integrating a steering wheel into the learning experience, aiming to understand children’s engagement, user-friendliness, and satisfaction. Adopting the Game Design Life Cycle (GDLC) for development, the VR Traffic Land application targets children aged 4 to 7, a group prone to road accidents. End-user testing with BIMBA children yields varied evaluations, with 30% rating it “Excellent,” 40% “Good,” 18% “Fair,” and 10% “Poor” or “Very Poor.” Assessments include user satisfaction, usability, reusage, audio clarity, and UI visibility. While satisfaction is predominant, identified areas for improvement ensure continuous enhancement. The study anticipates future research avenues, including health-related VR applications for children, exploring VR’s impact on early learning and potential enhancements to cognitive and psychomotor skills.