The development of virtual reality (VR) has brought new learning experiences to learners, helping them to acquire a variety of knowledge and skills. However, current VR technology is mainly focused on audio-visual stimulation, and the learner's experience is often less natural. The introduction of haptic feedback (Haptics) is expected to significantly improve this limitation and provide a more natural experience for learners. Some researchers have explored the "virtual reality + haptic feedback" (VR+Haptics) teaching model and found that it has a positive impact on learning outcomes. The purpose of this paper is to analyze the educational application cases of VR+Haptics and discuss the opportunities and challenges it may face, in order to provide useful reference and enlightenment for the application of VR+Haptics.

Wu Ying. Application of “Virtual Reality + Haptic Feedback” in Education: Opportunities and Challenges. Frontiers in Educational Research (2024) Vol. 7, Issue 8: 33-37. https://doi.org/10.25236/FER.2024.070805.

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