Analysis of emerging technologies that strengthen the construction of immersive learning: A systematic review article

Vanessa Azucena Monzón Centeno; Jesús Emilio Agustín Padilla Caballero; Carlos Alberto Villafuerte Alvarez; Sonia Tasayco Barrios

Keywords:

Emerging Technologies

Education

Learning

Artificial Intelligence

Abstract

This review article examines the impact and effectiveness of emerging technologies on education, focusing on artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, and blockchain, for the construction of immersive learning. Through a systematic literature review from 2022 to 2025, using the PRISMA method, it is discovered how these technologies can enable the personalization and improvement of learning processes, generating more cohesive and dynamic experiences. The results are clear regarding artificial intelligence, which allows content to be adapted to the individual needs of the learner. In the case of augmented and virtual reality, immersive environments facilitate the understanding and acquisition of technical skills. However, there are problems associated with their implementation, especially in terms of accessibility in underdeveloped nations and comfort, in the case of using headsets. Despite the mentioned drawbacks, the article concludes on the possibility and necessity of integrating emerging technologies to raise the quality and reduce the gap in education.
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Monzón Centeno , V. A., Padilla Caballero, J. E. A., Villafuerte Alvarez, C. A., & Tasayco Barrios, S. (2025). Analysis of emerging technologies that strengthen the construction of immersive learning: A systematic review article. Multidisciplinary Reviews, (| Accepted Articles). Retrieved from https://malque.pub/ojs/index.php/mr/article/view/13277

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[2] Agasisti, T., Antequera, G., & Delprato, M. (2023). Technological resources, ICT use and schools efficiency in Latin America – Insights from OECD PISA 2018. International Journal of Educational Development, 99. https://doi.org/10.1016/J.IJEDUDEV.2023.102757

[3] Al-Ansi, A. M., Jaboob, M., Garad, A., & Al-Ansi, A. (2023). Analyzing augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) recent development in education. Social Sciences & Humanities Open, 8(1), 100532. https://doi.org/10.1016/J.SSAHO.2023.100532

[4] AlGerafi, M., Zhou, Y., Oubibi, M., & Wijaya, T. T. (2023). Unlocking the Potential: A Comprehensive Evaluation of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in Education. Electronics 2023, Vol. 12, Page 3953, 12(18), 3953. https://doi.org/10.3390/ELECTRONICS12183953

[5] Castellano-Beltran, A., Carballo, R., & Moriña, A. (2025). Benefits and challenges of inclusive emerging technologies in universities: Analysis of the voice of students. Education and Information Technologies, 30(10), 14539–14559. https://doi.org/10.1007/S10639-025-13374-2/FIGURES/2

[6] Çelik, F., & Baturay, M. (2024). Technology and innovation in shaping the future of education. Smart Learning Environments. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40561-024-00339-0

[7] ECLAC. (2025). Education and the development of digital competences in Latin America and the Caribbean | Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean. https://www.cepal.org/en/publications/81378-education-and-development-digital-competences-latin-america-and-caribbean

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[9] Granić, A. (2022). Educational Technology Adoption: A systematic review. Education and Information Technologies, 27(7), 9725–9744. https://doi.org/10.1007/S10639-022-10951-7

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[12] INEI. (2023). El 86,1% de la población de 6 a 17 años hace uso de Internet mediante el celular en el tercer trimestre de 2023. https://m.inei.gob.pe/prensa/noticias/el-861-de-la-poblacion-de-6-a-17-anos-hace-uso-de-internet-mediante-el-celular-en-el-tercer-trimestre-de-2023-14668

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[17] Mena-Guacas, A. F., López-Catalán, L., Bernal-Bravo, C., & Ballesteros-Regaña, C. (2025b). Educational Transformation Through Emerging Technologies: Critical Review of Scientific Impact on Learning. Education Sciences 2025, Vol. 15, Page 368, 15(3), 368. https://doi.org/10.3390/EDUCSCI15030368

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[22] Rhea, kelly. (2020). 6 Big Challenges Impeding Technology Adoption in Higher Ed -- Campus Technology. Capus Technology. https://campustechnology.com/articles/2019/04/24/6-big-challenges-impeding-technology-adoption-in-higher-ed.aspx

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