TECHNOLOGY-ENHANCED DANCE EDUCATION IN THE 21ST CENTURY: THAI AND GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES

Abstract

This scoping review maps the shifting landscape of contemporary dance education by examining how digital, immersive, and artificial intelligence (AI) tools are transforming instructional practices. By contrasting empirical findings from local Thai environments against international benchmarks, this paper highlights a clear technological divide. In Thailand, technology remains heavily centred on basic digital media, such as video recordings and online streaming platforms, utilised for self-paced rehearsal and content delivery. Conversely, international frameworks have rapidly advanced toward sophisticated, data-driven systems powered by computer vision, AI tutoring platforms, and Extended Reality (XR), enabling immersive learning alongside highly precise, automated feedback and quantitative performance metrics.  To address the lack of a unified approach to integrating these advanced tools into traditional settings, this study introduces a holistic digital-cultural learning ecosystem. Formulated as a "Metaverse–Heritage Studio," this conceptual model blends cutting-edge movement analytics with culturally anchored virtual environments. Ultimately, the paper demonstrates how modern technology can serve as a core pedagogical asset, delivering precise digital feedback while safeguarding the delicate socio-cultural values of dance heritage.