A Survey of Future Teachers Suggests Cautious Openness to VR and Humanoid Robot Use

Abstract

A survey of 25 future elementary teachers explores readiness to use virtual reality and humanoid robots for classroom learning. Respondents recognize potential benefits but report uncertainty about implementation and robot empathy, highlighting the need for practical training, support, and clearer evidence of classroom value.

Publication
In Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting, 2026