The metaverse is increasingly being regarded as a transformative technology in the field of education, with the potential to complement or even replace traditional educational formats through immersive learning environments. The aim of this exploratory study was to investigate whether and to what extent members of Generation Z perceive educational offerings in the metaverse as a form of creative destruction, in the sense of Joseph Schumpeter's theory of innovation. To this end, problem-centered interviews were conducted with four members of Generation Z. The results show that Generation Z generally has a positive attitude toward the use of the metaverse in education and perceives it as an innovative addition. However, the perception of the metaverse as a form of creative destruction depends on factors such as technological maturity, user-friendliness, societal acceptance, and personal learning experience. The study concludes with an outlook on future research perspectives and potential implications for educational providers.

Authors:
Alexander Zureck, FOM University of Applied Sciences, Germany
Matis Kleffner, FOM University of Applied Sciences, Germany
Katerina Maria Schmitz-Jakovou, FOM University of Applied Sciences, Germany

About the Presenter(s)
Professor Alexander Zureck is a University Assistant Professor/Lecturer at FOM University of Applied Sciences in Germany

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