Enhancing Quran Comprehension: A VR Approach

Since the beginning of Islam, the Quran has held a central role in education. Quranic education is a cornerstone in shaping Muslims’ lives from childhood. Central to Quranic education is the teaching the interpretation of the Quran (explanation of the Quran), which facilitates a deep understanding of the Quran’s meaning and principles. Teachers have long utilized traditional methods to embed Quranic education effectively. However, there are several challenges in engaging and motivating today’s children during the learning process in class, thereby affecting their understanding and values. In the technology era, there is an interest in integrating emerging educational tools into Islamic education, such as multimedia and extended reality (XR), including virtual and augmented reality. In contrast to the application of XR technologies in STEM and STEAM subjects, only a handful of studies have used them to teach theological subjects such as the Quran. This research investigates the impact of virtual reality technology on teaching the Quran to Muslim children.