Haptic VR for Literacy
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial explores how haptic feedback—vibrations and movements felt through special gloves—can improve reading and writing skills when combined with virtual reality (VR) learning. The study compares two groups: one using haptic gloves and another using standard VR controllers to determine which method better supports learning phonetics, spelling, and reading. Ideal participants are students without significant vision, hearing, cognitive, neurological, or motor issues that could interfere with using VR technology.
As an unphased study, this trial provides a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative educational research and potentially enhance learning experiences.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It seems focused on using haptic gloves for learning, so it's unlikely that medications would be affected, but you should check with the trial organizers to be sure.
What prior data suggests that this haptic feedback method is safe for early learners?
Research has shown that using virtual reality (VR) with touch-based feedback is generally safe and well-tolerated. Studies have examined VR in various fields, such as construction safety, and found it can enhance safety awareness and skills. These studies also provide valuable insights into the safe use of VR and touch technology.
The touch-sensitive gloves used in this study are non-invasive, meaning they do not break the skin or enter the body. In other similar VR systems, no serious side effects have been reported. Participants typically experience only mild issues, such as temporary discomfort or dizziness, which are common with VR.
Overall, evidence suggests this treatment is safe for people, particularly since it does not involve anything invasive.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the Haptic-Integrated Interactive Virtual Reality Experience because it offers a hands-on, immersive learning method that traditional literacy programs lack. Unlike standard literacy approaches that might rely on textbooks or computer screens, this treatment uses haptic gloves that provide tactile feedback, allowing users to physically engage with the virtual environment. This innovative delivery method could enhance learning by making the experience more interactive and engaging, potentially improving literacy outcomes more effectively than conventional methods.
What evidence suggests that this haptic-integrated interactive virtual reality experience is effective for literacy?
Research has shown that combining touch-based feedback with virtual reality (VR) can greatly enhance learning by making it more engaging and immersive. In this trial, participants in the Haptics-integrated Interactive Virtual Reality arm will receive haptic feedback through gloves. Studies suggest this can help learners overcome language and other barriers, improving reading skills. One study discovered that touch-based VR supports learning through multiple senses, aiding students in focusing better and remembering information more effectively. This method holds particular promise in schools, as it allows students to interact with content in a hands-on way. Overall, adding touch cues to VR experiences is expected to enhance phonetic recognition, spelling, and reading skills in young learners.678910
Who Is on the Research Team?
Anna Queiroz, Ph.D.
Principal Investigator
University of Miami
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for early learners who are exploring literacy-language intervention, literacy improvement, and touch sensitivity. Participants should be comfortable with VR technology and have no restrictions that would prevent them from wearing haptic gloves.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants engage in up to 5 sessions of Virtual Reality learning with haptic feedback or control conditions
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for learning outcomes such as phonetic recognition, spelling, and reading skills
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Haptic-Integrated Interactive Virtual Reality Experience
Trial Overview
The study compares traditional VR learning experiences using hand controllers to those enhanced with wearable haptic feedback gloves. It aims to see if the added sense of touch improves phonetic recognition, spelling, and reading skills.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Participants in this group will receive haptic feedback delivered through haptic gloves with integrated vibration monitors and finger tracking. Each session will last up to 10 minutes, and participants will go through up to 5 sessions
Participants in this group will receive the Virtual Reality (VR) delivered through controllers with vibration-based feedback paired with visual and auditory cues, with hand movements. Each session will last up to 10 minutes, and participants will go through up to 5 sessions.
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Miami
Lead Sponsor
Citations
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