AI AND VR AS ARCHITECTURES OF INCLUSIVE LEARNING ECOSYSTEMS: REDESIGNING EDUCATION THROUGH UNIVERSAL DESIGN FOR LEARNING 3.0

Alessandro Romano, Viviana Carnazzo, Antonino Lizio

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The Universal Design for Learning (UDL) 3.0 guidelines emphasize the uniqueness of each learner and the variety of learning styles, highlighting the role of digital technologies in supporting inclusive education (CAST, 2024). This study, through a review of the existing literature, explores how the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Virtual Reality (VR) environments enables immersive and adaptive learning experiences. These experiences align with the principles of UDL 3.0, contributing to a more equitable, accessible, and personalized educational approach.


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virtual reality, UDL, artificial intelligence, inclusion, learning environment

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.32043/gsd.v9i1.1441

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