Silent no more: Harnessing the metaverse to support students with selective mutism

Jean-Éric Pelet () and Basma Taieb ()
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Jean-Éric Pelet: IAE - IAE AMIENS
Basma Taieb: EMLV - École de management Léonard de Vinci

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Abstract: This study explores the potential of metaverse technology in addressing barriers to participation faced by students with selective mutism. Seventeen semi-direct interviews were conducted. The qualitative analysis suggests that the metaverse can overcome participation barriers for students with selective mutism, facilitating self-expression, and alleviating reluctance. Avatars, in particular, were found to play a crucial role in reducing social anxiety and promoting interaction. The findings offer valuable insights for educators and policymakers aiming to integrate metaverse technology into academic frameworks.

Keywords: exploratory study; selective mutism; edu-metaverse (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025-09-01
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Published in Emerging Trends in Information Systems and Technologies, 5 (21), Springer, 2025, 978-3-031-97798-5. ⟨10.1007/978-3-031-97799-2⟩

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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-97799-2

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