Innovating English education through the metaverse: Practical approaches with WeCanVerse

This study aims to propose strategies for enhancing English education through the WeCanVerse, an educational metaverse platform developed by EBS. The metaverse, a blended environment of virtual and real worlds, offers immersive learning opportunities where learners can experience real-life scenarios, making it a revolutionary tool for English education. This study analyzes the features of WeCanVerse, such as experiential learning, user-generated content (UGC), and the learning management system (LMS), and suggests ways to maximize learner engagement and academic outcomes. Additionally, it discusses the importance of teacher training programs and the development of personalized learning content, providing strategies for effective application of WeCanVerse. Through this, the report examines how WeCanVerse can foster active learner participation, support customized learning, and suggests the future role of the metaverse in English education.