Research on the Design and Application of Virtual Simulation Teaching in Secondary Vocational Education Based on the APT Teaching Model, A Case Study of the "Tea Product Marketing" Course

To enhance students' task completion efficiency and learning outcomes, an increasing number of vocational colleges are gradually introducing information technology-based teaching methods, such as artificial intelligence, virtual simulation, 5G, and others. Notably, many secondary vocational specialties have begun to employ virtual simulation technology to assist in teaching. When selecting virtual simulation technology for instruction, it is essential to consider its appropriateness for the specific professional teaching context. Based on this consideration, this study integrates panoramic VR interactive courseware into secondary vocational classrooms using information technology. Grounded in teaching interaction theory and the theory of multiple intelligences, it constructs a virtual simulation teaching design framework utilizing the APT teaching model as the instructional process, and evaluates the effectiveness of panoramic VR interactive courseware in teaching implementation. This study employed the action research methodology and selected a natural class from the Tea Art and Tea Marketing program at School L in Guangdong Province to conduct two rounds of action research. By designing teaching content, formulating teaching plans, and developing panoramic VR interactive courseware, adjustments and optimizations were made to address issues identified in the first round of action research, incorporating reflections from the instructor, feedback from peer teachers, and student input. Building upon the first round, modifications were made to the teaching content, plans, and courseware before initiating the second round of action research. Through an analysis of pre- and post-test data from the action research, as well as interviews with teachers and students, the results indicated that the panoramic VR interactive courseware had a positive impact on enhancing students' classroom enthusiasm and participation.