Abstract

Virtual Reality (VR) is used increasingly for training in human services. A framework that can guide the development and implementation of VR training approaches in human services is needed if the promise of VR is to be realized. Toward this end, we provide design and development recommendations originating from work creating two VR training applications for the child welfare workforce. Our focus is on the training and practice of skills. We begin by providing a brief overview of VR training and the need for effective skills training approaches. Next, orienting information about the two applications is provided. Then, we discuss areas we believe need to be addressed to develop effective VR skills training approaches; namely, incorporating evidence-based learning theories, gaining and maintaining learner engagement using motivational strategies, and creating collaborative technology development teams. The article concludes with a discussion regarding ethical issues that should be considered when developing technology that will be used for training in human services.

摘要

虚拟现实 (VR) 越来越多地用于人类服务培训。如果要实现 VR 的承诺，就需要一个可以指导 VR 培训方法在人类服务中的开发和实施的框架。为此，我们提供设计和开发建议，这些建议源自为儿童福利劳动力创建两个 VR 培训应用程序的工作。我们的重点是技能的培训和实践。我们首先简要概述 VR 培训以及对有效技能培训方法的需求。接下来，提供有关这两个应用程序的定向信息。然后，我们讨论我们认为需要解决的领域，以开发有效的 VR 技能培训方法；即，结合循证学习理论，使用激励策略获得和保持学习者的参与度，并创建协作技术开发团队。文章最后讨论了在开发将用于人类服务培训的技术时应考虑的道德问题。