Abstract
The global landscape of sport sciences and education has been significantly shaped by advancements in digital technologies. These innovations are transforming how athletes train, how sports are managed, and how education is delivered in this field. At the same time, traditional sports, which hold deep cultural and historical value, offer important lessons that can enrich modern sport sciences. By integrating Metaverse technology, we can preserve and teach these traditional sports in a way that ensures their survival in the digital age. This approach not only enriches sport sciences but also fosters a deeper appreciation for cultural diversity, positioning traditional sports like the Sumpit as key contributors to the future of sports education. This paper explores how Metaverse technology is revolutionizing education by providing immersive learning experiences that transcend geographical and cultural boundaries. In sport education, the Metaverse offers an innovative platform to preserve and teach traditional sports like the Iban Dayak Sumpit by recreating these activities in virtual environments. Through this technology, learners from around the world can engage with and participate in traditional sports, fostering cultural preservation while promoting physical activity and engagement. This approach aligns with global trends in the use of gamification, virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR) in sports education, which are driving the digital transformation of learning environments. By blending cultural heritage with cutting-edge technology, the Metaverse provides an exciting opportunity to enrich sport sciences education and ensure that traditional sports remain relevant in a modern, globalized world.
Presenters
Cassendra GilbertSenior Lecturer, Faculty of Sport Science and Recreation, University of Technology Mara, Malaysia
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
2025 Special Focus—Global Sports Local Cultures
KEYWORDS
Traditional Sport, Sport Education, Sumpit, Metaverse, Digital Preservation, Iban Dayak
