Barriers to Adoption of Hologram Technology in Higher Education: A Systematic Review and Strategic Framework

The use of hologram technology (3DHT) offers incredible potential for enhancing the interaction, visualisation, and engagement between learners in higher education (although it is relevant in STEM and medical studies as well). However, there is not much consistent adoption of it in academic institutions. This paper presents a critical analysis that encompasses 21 peer-reviewed articles, culminating in a systematic review aimed at identifying the significant barriers hindering the integration of hologram-based learning. Based on the PRISMA methodology, organisation of results has four principal categories, such as technical challenges, economic limitations, teaching-related impediments, and user-related opposition. These challenges are analyzed in multiple cultural and institutional backgrounds to provide an in-depth insight into the systemic issues that leave higher education in trouble. The studies end up with a strategic framework that would help universities, educators, and policymakers develop more effective, scalable, and inclusive ways of using 3DHT. This paper is theoretically and practically influential in educational technology and digital transformation by aligning the outcomes with the educational reform plans, including Saudi Vision 2030.