The use of virtual reality training to enhance empathy: software review

• Autores: Iuliia Khukalenko, Daria Khanolainen
• Localización: NAER: Journal of New Approaches in Educational Research, ISSN-e 2254-7339, Vol. 14, Nº. 1, 2025
• Idioma: inglés
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  • This study presents a comprehensive review of virtual reality (VR) tools designed for empathy training, exploring diverse offerings and potential applications across various domains. The search strategy involved a systematic approach across major VR platforms, a web search and a scholarly literature review to inform the selection of relevant software. Through this process, five categories of VR products emerged: video content, VR experiences, training software, multisensory simulations and platforms for content creation. One of these five categories, training software, underwent an in-depth analysis. Five products from this category were identified and critically assessed with a focus on their instructional design. This study offers practical implications for different stakeholders, providing insights into the diverse landscape of VR empathy training applications and guiding informed decision-making in leveraging VR tools to enhance empathy.