Biology Students Rated UniVirtual: Here’s What They Said

In Spring 2025, 456 biology students at the University of Central Florida completed a survey about their experience using UniVirtual as part of their introductory biology course. The results provide insight into how students engage with the platform, navigate its interface, and interact with support resources.

Student Engagement

Students were asked to rate their overall experience with UniVirtual and its value as a learning tool.

• 93.9% reported a positive general experience

• 96.7% agreed UniVirtual had educational value

• 93.2% said they found the platform enjoyable or engaging

Overall, 94% of students had a positive experience engaging with UniVirtual.

Ease of Navigation

The survey included several questions about how students interacted with core navigation and avatar tools within the virtual environment.

• 96.3% said navigating the UniVirtual course dashboard was easy and intuitive

• 95% found avatar creation straightforward

• 91.6% were able to create an avatar they liked

• 83.2% said they could move around the virtual lab effortlessly

Overall, 91.5% of students had a positive experience navigating UniVirtual.

Support Satisfaction

While not all students needed support, those who did reported high levels of satisfaction.

• 96.4% were satisfied with support from UniVirtual’s team (in-world, email, or phone)

• 97.3% were satisfied with support from their Teaching Assistants in the virtual world

• 95% were satisfied with chatbot support

Overall, 96% of students who used any form of support rated the experience positively.

This feedback highlights how UniVirtual contributes to a positive and engaging learning experience. Students describe our platform as both educational and enjoyable, with strong marks for ease of use and the quality of support available.

By helping students engage with foundational biology concepts in an interactive environment, UniVirtual serves as a valuable addition to both online and in-person teaching.