사회과교육에 있어서 가상지리답사를 위한 드론 매핑 기반 메타버스 공간 설계 적용 연구

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This study developed virtual geographic field trip learning content based on drone mapping technology within a metaverse space and applied it to elementary social studies education to analyze its educational effectiveness. The purpose of this study was to design a metaverse environment using data collected through drone mapping, allowing learners to engage in self-directed exploration and learning. The study focused on the 6th-grade social studies curriculum, specifically the theme of “Environmental Protection and Sustainable Development.” Key factors such as academic achievement, spatial thinking, problem-solving ability, interactivity, and learning satisfaction were measured. The results showed that learning with drone mapping-based metaverse environments positively impacted students' academic achievement and spatial thinking. Notably, middle-achieving students demonstrated significant improvement, and the study highlighted the importance of self-directed learning experiences. Collaborative interactions in the metaverse space also enhanced student motivation and problem-solving skills, leading to high engagement and learning satisfaction. This study suggests that integrating drone mapping with metaverse technology has the potential to foster creative thinking and real-world problem-solving skills in learners.