Publication Type

Conference Proceeding Article

Version

publishedVersion

Publication Date

12-2025

Abstract

This study proposes that a nuanced understanding of immersion’sdistinct dimensions and their mediating role between technical de-sign features and cultural learning outcomes is critical for advancingVirtual Cultural Heritage (VCH) research and practice. To advancethe immersion designs in the field of VCH, the study provides anoverview of the immersion nuances and research state-of-the-artof VCH studies. A tripartite framework of spatial, emotional, andsocial immersion in virtual environments is articulated. A litera-ture review was conducted based on this framework. The reviewreveals multiple research gaps and opportunities, including absenceof immersion, predominant focus on spatial immersion, lagged AIintegration, lack of accessibility and inclusive designs, and lim-ited measurement methods. We offer recommendations for futurescholarship and present a case study centered on classical literatureeducation in Singapore’s multicultural context, demonstrating howVCH research can address the identified deficiencies.

Keywords

Emotional immersion, Social immersion, Spatial immersion, Virtual cultural heritage

Discipline

Cultural History | Databases and Information Systems

Research Areas

Data Science and Engineering

Areas of Excellence

Digital transformation

Publication

VRCAI '25: Proceedings of the 20th International Conference on Virtual Reality Continuum and its Applications in Industry, Macau, China, December 13-14

First Page

1

Last Page

7

ISBN

9798400723629

Identifier

10.1145/3779232.3779474

Publisher

ACM

City or Country

New York

Additional URL

https://doi.org/10.1145/3779232.3779474

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