Using the ARCS Motivational Model to Design Interdisciplinary Virtual Reality Simulations

What this study addsHow simulations can be systematically enhanced by applying motivational learning design tacticsHow motivation to learn benefits from mastery and performance goals working together within a simulation designHow 360o flat screen videos and virtual reality offer equal immersive and motivational potentialIntroductionDuring the perinatal period many women experience suboptimal mental health; from mild mood changes to more serious anxiety (13%) and depressive disorders (12%) [1]. In addition to the impact poor mental health can have on a woman during her pregnancy, birth and transitioning to parenthood, the evidence shows that reduced maternal mental health is also related to suboptimal infant development [2]. That is, infants whose mothers have experienced a mental health issue are also more likely to demonstrate poorer social adaptation, including emotional and behavioural problems [3]. However, Stein et al [4] argues that the adverse effects on infants and children are...