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Virtual Reality (VR) Coral Quest for Marine Biodiversity Assessment in…

Virtual Reality (VR) Coral Quest for Marine Biodiversity Assessment in Anilao, Batangas

Theme 1: Marine biodiversity in Anilao, Batangas
Sub-theme 1: Positive

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Tourist attraction 
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(Dr. Donato, N., 2020): This region is a hotspot for underwater photography and research due to its rich ecosystems and vibrant marine life.

(Bluewater Dive Travel, 2022): The diving scene in Anilao attracts both local and international tourists due to its rich marine life and beautiful reefs.

(Del Rosario, K.M., 2023): Events like the Anilao Underwater Shootout highlight the region's biodiversity while promoting dive tourism.

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Preservation 
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(Llanera, A., 2021): Ongoing studies focus on the ecological dynamics within Anilao's MPAs and their effectiveness in preserving marine biodiversity.

Sub-theme 2: Negative

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Climate change
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(Dela Cruz, M.T., 2019): The marine biodiversity of Anilao is greatly impacted by climate change, since rising temperatures cause coral bleaching and affect marine ecosystems.

Theme 2: Integration of AI and Virtual Reality (VR)
Sub-theme

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Engagement and increase motivation
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(Pirker, J., & Dengel, A., 2021): In particular, features of virtual reality (VR) such as deep engagement and increased motivation are frequently highlighted.

(Rojas-Sánchez et al., 2022): The impact of digital tools on teaching and learning in higher education, emphasizing how technology can enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

(Marougkas et al., 2023): Virtual reality in education fosters teamwork among students by enabling interaction with both peers and immersive environments, which creates a more engaging learning process.

(Fitria, T. N., 2023): AR enhances the real world by adding visual elements, sounds, or text, while VR immerses students in a completely simulated environment, offering an engaging and interactive way to explore specific subjects.

(Serin, H., 2020): Most educators find virtual reality appealing and believe it promotes student engagement, especially for those with visual and schematic learning styles.

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Affordability and Functionality
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(Bower et al., 2020): : The study explores the growing interest in Immersive Virtual Reality (IVR) in education, attributed to advancements in affordability and functionality of IVR technology.

Application in higher education and business education

(McGovern et al., 2019): Integrating virtual reality into business education can significantly aid instructors in enabling students to improve their presentation abilities.

(Radianti et al., 2020): Researchers used a systematic review to explore how VR is used in higher education, focusing on design, content, and theoretical frameworks.

Theme 3: Data collection techniques
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Surveys, interviews, and random sampling

(Towle et al., 2022): The National Coral Reef Monitoring Program collects biological and climate data every 2 to 3 years using stratified random sampling from hard-bottom reefs.

(Licuanan et al., 2021): By applying this framework, researchers were able to gather detailed quantitative data through surveys while also facilitating collaborative discussions during in-depth interviews.

Techniques involving electronics and divers

(Obura et al., 2019): Researchers collect data on corals through field surveys using visual assessments and photoquadrats, remote sensing with satellite imagery, and environmental monitoring of factors like temperature and salinity.

(Modasshir, M., & Rekleitis, I., 2020): The researchers collected a coral object dataset using Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) and human divers to address the challenges of coral species detection.

(Warne et al., 2021): At each site, five permanent transects were photographed at regular intervals, with coral cover estimated using a 5-point stencil overlay, yielding 200 points per LTMP transect and 160 points per MMP transect.

(Fukunaga et al., 2019): In the study on coral reefs, data collection involved several specific steps using 3D photogrammetry.

(González-Rivero et al., 2020): The article describes data collection methods for monitoring coral reefs using remote sensing techniques.

(Apprill et al., 2023): Data collection for coral reef monitoring involves a combination of photographic and diver-based assessments, focusing on fish abundances, coral cover, and species health indicators.

- - - - (Tutella, F., 2024): The paper reveals that VR showcasing severe climate events (e.g., coral degradation) can heighten policy support, being more persuasive than traditional video.
    - - (Cao, F., & Jian, Y., 2024): This research finds that integrating AI and VR enhances college students' environmental awareness, demonstrating VR's effectiveness in fostering conservation behaviors.
        
        (Moskalyk, K., Lamoureux, N., & MacDowell, P., 2023): This study explores VR as an educational tool on SDG 14 (Life Below Water), creating an immersive experience to deepen understanding of marine conservation.
- - - - (Albert, J., & Niesten, E., 2021): Examines VR’s role in business sustainability by creating immersive experiences that support behavioral changes toward environmental goals.