Virtual reality -
We were asked to create a small worlds account https://www.smallworlds.com/and create an avatar. I found this a great way to avoid doing what I actually needed to...great time waster but good for switching brain off and getting lost 'in this small world'.
Much fun...it reminded me of the days I used to play farmville on facebook.
Mindlab Notes :Virtual Reality
VR is the computer-generated simulation of a three-dimensional image or environment that can be interacted with in a seemingly real or physical way by a person using special electronic equipment, such as a helmet with a screen inside or gloves fitted with sensors. Examples include Second Life and Minecraft. We will explore the world of Minecraft and discuss the value of and possible dangers of virtual worlds for educators
In class this week Mindlab gave us a package...when I received the package I thought to myself it is a google cardboard...Neat. I have been so excited about using one that during the week I purchased one online and kindly got my husband to put it together for me the night before.
Now my challenge (no hubby) was to problem solve and put the cardboard template together...so much fun once it was set up. It reminded me of my childhood using view masters.
Google cardboard + Phone = Virtual reality right there for you to use
Then we explored various Apps for - Augmented reality
- a technology that superimposes a computer-generated image on a user's view of the real world, thus providing a composite view.
Mindlab Notes :Augmented Reality
Augmented Reality (AR) allows people to add digital content to printed material, geographic locations and to physical objects. Then using a smart phone or tablet, viewers can scan an object and an overlay of digital content will appear. The digital artifact displayed can range from an interactive 3D model, a video, an image or a message eg. a phone number.
AR not only changes the environment around children, it also allows students to construct their own exciting learning worlds as small as the atom or as big as the cosmos.
4D anatomy app - Anatomy 4D enables students, teachers, medical professionals, and anyone who wants to learn about the body into an interactive 4D experience of human anatomy. Visually stunning and completely interactive, Anatomy 4D uses augmented reality and other cutting edge technologies to create the perfect vehicle for 21st century education.
this is an excellent App I think can be used at all levels to learn about body parts...Amazing
Aurasma is an augmented reality application that allows you to overlay any video or image on top of anything that your tablet, cell phone, or any other mobile device can scan with its camera.
://studio.aurasma.com/login
Enchantium is a 4D platform that uses augmented reality and cutting edge technology to connect games and toys with interactive experiences.
://studio.aurasma.com/login
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