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VR Public Speaking Training : The Effectiveness of a Relaxation Micro-Intervention Training in Reducing Symptoms Related to Public Speaking Anxiety among Students in Higher Education
Firouz, N. (2023) VR Public Speaking Training : The Effectiveness of a Relaxation Micro-Intervention Training in Reducing Symptoms Related to Public Speaking Anxiety among Students in Higher Education.
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| Abstract: | This study aimed to determine the immediate reducing effects of a single session of a relaxation micro-intervention training (RMIT) on both the objective and subjective arousal of public speaking anxiety (PSA) among students in higher education. The study used a mixed-method approach, a within-subjects design and involved students (N = 13) in higher education. Participants took part in a 60-minute VR-based public speaking training session. The session included giving three 5-minute presentations and performing relaxation exercises. Physiological arousal was monitored by collecting PR and EDA data using an EmbracePlus wristband. In addition, semi-structured interviews were conducted to explore participants' perceived nervousness and control during the presentations. Friedman and Wilcoxon tests showed significant decreases in participants' PR scores across three time intervals, decreases in self-reported nervousness, and increases in self-reported control. However, no significant main effect was found for participants' EDA scores. While a number of participants reported that the RMIT made them feel more relaxed and focused during their presentations, some attributed this to the familiarity gained from repeating their presentation three times. Future research should include a larger sample size and a control group in order to draw definitive conclusions about the true immediate reducing effects of the RMIT. |
| Item Type: | Essay (Master) |
| Faculty: | BMS: Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences |
| Subject: | 77 psychology, 81 education, teaching |
| Programme: | Educational Science and Technology MSc (60023) |
| Link to this item: | https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/96739 |
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