Interactive Virtual Reality Public Speaking Training Simulator to Empower Confident Communicators

  1. João Donga
  2. Paulo Veloso Gomes
  3. António Marques
  4. Javier Pereira
Libro:
VI Congreso XoveTIC: impulsando el talento científico
  1. Manuel Lagos Rodríguez (ed. lit.)
  2. Álvaro Leitao Rodríguez (ed. lit.)
  3. Tirso Varela Rodeiro (ed. lit.)
  4. Javier Pereira Loureiro (coord.)
  5. Manuel Francisco González Penedo (coord.)

Editorial: Servizo de Publicacións ; Universidade da Coruña

Año de publicación: 2023

Congreso: XoveTIC (6. 2023. A Coruña)

Tipo: Aportación congreso

Resumen

Public speaking is a valuable skill that plays a crucial role in personal, academic and professional success. Many individuals struggle with anxiety and lack confidence when facing an audience. To address this challenge, a virtual reality public speaking simulator has been developed to empower individuals and enhance their public speaking abilities. The virtual reality simulator offers a dynamic platform for immersive practice and training, incorporating distinct modes. Autonomous mode and interactive real-time intervention by physiological biofeedback mechanism and/or a therapist. By leveraging the immersive nature of virtual reality, this simulator aims to boost users confidence, enhance their articulation, persuasion skills and foster their ability to connect with diverse audiences