Ayo Ogunbayo

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VR Lingo

An immersive virtual reality solution that takes a practical approach to language learning

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This case study explores the use of immersive technology to create realistic language-learning interactions, offering a more practical approach to learning a new language.

My roles

UX Researcher, UX/UI Designer

Team

Research and UX Designers

Summary

New language learners want to be able to learn languages in a more practical way to enable them to easily apply the knowledge in the real world. VR Lingo is a virtual reality solution that takes a hands-on approach to language learning, immersing users in real-life scenarios where they can actively practice and apply what they've learned.

Deliverables

Interactive prototypes

Design assets

Problem Statement

Current language-learning methods often lack real-world interactions and interactive structures, which limits learners' ability to develop practical language skills. Research (Bazzaza et al., 2016) highlights the need for more practical learning methods, a finding echoed in our preliminary study, where 87.5% of participants expressed a desire for more application-focused language experiences. To boost learners' confidence and proficiency, more immersive approaches leveraging immersive technologies are needed to create realistic, interactive environments for language practice.

Proposed Solution

Using a natural approach where language is learned without grammar structures but aimed at attaining communicative competence (Aksu and Gonul, 2014).

Dual Coding in language learning helps learners to learn using two connected codes, verbal using language vocabulary and non-verbal using mental imagery (Sadoski, 2015).

Integrating real-life scenarios that users will typically find themselves in into the app so as to easily apply them to a real-life event.

Discovery - Qualitative Analysis

Through in-depth interviews, focus groups, and user stories, rich narratives were captured to provide insights into user's aspirations, challenges, and personal goals.

These empathetic insights served as the foundation for tailoring the language learning solution to address specific user needs and create a supportive and motivational learning environment.