Journal of Social Entrepreneurship and Creative Technology
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026)

IMMERSIVE INNOVATION FOR SOCIAL CHANGE: VIRTUAL AND AUGMENTED REALITY IN COMMUNITY-BASED ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Haruto Takahashi (University of Tokyo)
Yui Nakamura (Kyoto University)
Ethan Tan (National University of Singapore (NUS))
Rana Wijaya (Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Administrasi Cimahi)



Article Info

Publish Date
24 Apr 2026

Abstract

Service learning has gained recognition as an effective pedagogical approach that bridges academic learning with community service. This study examines the integration of service learning in higher education, evaluating its impact on students’ academic performance, personal development, and community engagement. The research aimed to explore how service learning can enhance students’ practical skills, critical thinking abilities, and social responsibility, while also contributing to the community’s well-being. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining quantitative surveys to assess students’ academic performance and qualitative interviews to understand their personal experiences with service learning. The results indicate that students who participated in service learning programs showed significant improvements in their ability to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world contexts, with 75% of students reporting an increase in problem-solving and teamwork skills. Additionally, service learning fostered a greater sense of civic responsibility, with students expressing a stronger commitment to community service and social justice. The study concludes that integrating service learning into higher education curricula promotes holistic student development and contributes to community-based solutions. The findings suggest that service learning should be further incorporated into educational frameworks to provide students with meaningful opportunities for engagement and personal growth.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jseact

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Subject

Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management

Description

Journal of Social Entrepreneurship and Creative Technology is an international forum for the publication of peer-reviewed integrative review articles, special thematic issues, reflections or comments on previous research or new research directions, interviews, replications, and intervention articles ...