The metaverse is a parallel and independent virtual space from the real world where users can own their own virtual identities and digital assets, engaging in a series of social, spiritual activities such as socializing, entertainment, creativity, and education. Relying on six supporting technologies (blockchain technology, artificial intelligence technology, Internet of Things technology, interactive technology, video game technology, and network technology), the metaverse has characteristics such as immersive experiences, strong social connectivity, low latency, virtual identities, and diversified content, empowering transformation and upgrading in fields such as social networking, gaming, healthcare, exhibitions, and education.
The metaverse complements the education industry. On one hand, the current development of the metaverse faces multiple pain points, including insufficient supply of professional talent, unclear business models, and uncertain commercial risks. There is an urgent need for professional education and training service systems to provide a specialized talent system and talent certification services, including multiple sub-fields such as technology, risk control, and business management; to provide guidance and incubation services for startup projects; and to offer business consulting services for leading enterprises aspiring to enter the metaverse. On the other hand, the metaverse itself is also disrupting the education industry. Metaverse education increases the vividness, authenticity, and interactivity of teaching content by constructing virtual learning scenarios highly related to instructional content, transforming students from passive recipients to active experiencers, which helps improve teaching quality and industry training effectiveness, bringing new experiences and opportunities to traditional teaching methods.
Frost & Sullivan (Frost & Sullivan, abbreviated as 'Frost & Sullivan') continues to focus on emerging development directions such as the metaverse, WEB3.0, and educational technology, and has officially released the 'White Paper for Metaverse + Education Technology'. This report is the first white paper globally focusing on the study of metaverse educational technology. Starting from the metaverse education industry, this report specifically analyzes the current development status of the metaverse, the development status of metaverse educational technology, industry challenges, analysis of leading enterprises in the industry, etc.
