The role of reality enhancing technologies in teaching and learning of mathematics

Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR and AR, respectively) are technologies with potential impact in education, and can facilitate subjects, such as mathematics, that may be difficult for students. This manuscript presents a comprehensive review of works using VR and/or AR for teaching mathematics at all academic levels during the timespan from 2015 to June 2020. The work contributes by providing an overview of the findings, challenges, and trends for the use of these technologies. Results from the review indicate that both VR and AR have seen acceptance by students but using the technologies might be complicated if lectures are not designed adequately. Moreover, the number of publications involving AR and VR in teaching and learning maths has increased over time, and the demographics indicate that the technology is taking prevalence in developing countries.

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The use of virtual reality and augmented reality in teaching mathematics is gaining attention, with high acceptance rates among students. However, complications may arise if the instructional content is not well-designed. The number of publications on the topic is increasing, and the technology is becoming prevalent in developing countries.