Unit 2: All About Augmented Reality (AR)

Unit 2 Intended Learning Outcomes

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In the previous unit, we saw how the immersive nature of Extended Reality (XR) technologies such as VR and AR can provide a much more enriching and hands on learning opportunities, reduce barriers that arise from physical space and equipment, and provide individualized learning by enabling learners to interact with the technology based on their interest and skills.

We also saw that Virtual Reality (VR) provides a fully immersive environment where the learner interacts only with a digital world with no access to the real world. Whereas in Augmented Reality (AR), the digital objects/images/ media are superimposed on top of the real world environment, allowing the user to continue to be present in their own space and see a composite view of physical or real-world elements and digital elements within the right context.

In this unit, we will dive deep into Augmented Reality (AR), learn about its applications, usefulness and challenges in education.

At the end of this unit, learners should be able to:

1. Explain the principles of AR, differentiate between the various types of AR and identify the type of AR being used in real applications.
2. Explain the ways in which AR is being used in education and in real life
3. Determine the pros and cons of using AR in educational settings, in particular their own discipline
4. Identify at least AR application that is relevant to their academic discipline, download the application or software and determine its relevance and application for their course.

Unit 2 Learning Activities

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1. In the following four lessons, you will learn about
   1. Advantages of using AR (as opposed to VR) in education
   2. Relevant details of AR technology
   3. Current applications of AR in real life and particularly in education
   4. Current challenges of using AR in education
2. Self- assessment and exploration:

   1. Reflection exercise at the end of each lesson on the relevance to your teaching using Jamboard.

   2. Take an online quiz with case studies to test your understanding at the end of Unit 2

   3. Self- explore: Research some AR apps that are used in your discipline, download one and explore how it is being used in teaching

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