A randomized controlled trial designed to evaluate the effects of virtual reality-based handwashing education on handwashing knowledge, skills, and emotional indicators in preschool children aged 5-6 years. The study will be conducted in a kindergarten setting in Istanbul, Turkey, with a total of 66 children who meet the inclusion criteria. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: a virtual reality-based education group, a traditional handwashing education group, or a control group receiving no intervention. Data will be collected using a sociodemographic information form, a handwashing knowledge form, a handwashing skill assessment form, and the Children's Emotional Indicators Scale. Outcomes will be assessed at baseline and 2 weeks after the intervention.
Children aged 5-6 years
Enrolled in a preschool institution
Able to understand and follow instructions in Turkish
No physical, visual, auditory, or cognitive impairment that would prevent participation in the intervention
Children aged below 5 or above 6 years
Children with neurological, visual, auditory, or balance disorders that may interfere with virtual reality use
Children with orthopedic or motor impairments affecting handwashing ability
Children who have previously used virtual reality devices
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Virtual Reality-Based Handwashing Education
BehavioralAn educational intervention using virtual reality technology to teach proper handwashing techniques in an interactive and immersive way.
Traditional Handwashing Education
BehavioralStandard handwashing education delivered using conventional teaching methods such as verbal instruction and demonstration.
Handwashing Knowledge Level
Handwashing knowledge will be assessed using the Handwashing Knowledge Form developed based on the literature and expert review. The total score ranges from 0 to 10, with higher scores indicating higher levels of handwashing knowledge.
Handwashing Skill Level
Handwashing skills will be evaluated using the Handwashing Skill Assessment Form consisting of standard handwashing steps. The total score ranges from 0 to 16, with higher scores indicating better handwashing skills.
Emotional Indicators
Emotional indicators will be assessed using the Children's Emotional Indicators Scale. Higher scores indicate higher levels of emotional responses during the educational process. Time Frame:
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