Holograms are being more widely integrated into STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education to enhance learning experiences and provide engaging ways to visualize complex concepts. For instance, in medical training, holograms are used to help learners develop visual-spatial motor skills by simulating complex procedures such as surgery (Leung & Shi, 2024). 

Example use case:

In a study by Cerezo et al. (2019), a mobile-based holographic application was created to assist Spanish-speaking children in practicing the pronunciation of basic English vocabulary. The application featured a humorous 3D holographic robot acting as a virtual teacher. The study aimed to assess whether holograms could improve the learning experience.

The researchers found that the use of holograms had a notably positive effect on the children's motivation and performance, particularly in terms of attention, engagement, and curiosity. The study suggested that holograms effectively spark curiosity in children, which is linked to better learning outcomes. This emotional and motivational state is essential for knowledge acquisition and enhances the enjoyment of the learning process.