Exploring Primary School Computer Science Teachers' Perceptions of the Metaverse

Interest in metaverse technology has increased significantly, particularly in higher education, where teachers are exploring its potential to enhance student learning through immersive and interactive 3D environments. In contrast, its application in primary education is still underresearched. However, the metaverse is a promising approach for STEM education in K-12 because it offers unique opportunities to create engaging, hands-on experiences that can enhance learning. To address this gap, a survey of computer science teachers was conducted to determine their perceptions of this technology. A quantitative survey was used to investigate whether teachers are familiar with the concept of the metaverse, their attitudes toward its use in education, and what challenges or barriers they perceive to incorporating this technology into their teaching practice. The results show that teachers are generally unfamiliar with the concept and that their practical knowledge and readiness to adopt it is limited. Attitudes toward the metaverse were mixed, with enthusiasm about its immersive potential tempered by concerns about accessibility, cost and technical complexity. The study highlights the need for learning opportunities such as workshops to help teachers explore the metaverse and identify opportunities for its implementation in their practice.