Augmenting the Learning Experience in Primary and Secondary School Education

Source: Pellas, N., Fotaris, P., Kazanidis, I. et al. Augmenting the learning experience in primary and secondary school education: a systematic review of recent trends in augmented reality game-based learning. Virtual Reality 23, 329–346 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10055-018-0347-2

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Overview: 

This study provides a systematic review of the use of Augmented Reality Technologies when combined with Game-based Learning (ARGBL) in primary and secondary educational contexts.  In Augmented Learning Technology, users embed virtual objects in real-world contexts in order to enhance their learning.  As opposed to virtual reality, in which users immerse themselves in a virtual world, augmented reality takes place in the real world and uses devices such as mobile phones, tablets, and smart glasses to embed virtual objects in the environment.  Augmented Reality is projected to take off in the next ten years, and major tech companies such as Google and Apple have already launched smartphone-driven AR platforms.  Potential ARGBL applications in schools are broad across the domains of STEM, humanities and social sciences, and language learning.  ARGBL has benefited STEM learning through the visualization of scientific phenomena and other abstract and complex topics that are otherwise difficult to bring to life.  Humanities and social sciences can use ARGBL to create context-specific activities such as virtually embedded scavenger hunts or historically guided tours.  Language learning might benefit from devices such as a smart AR globe that has the ability to teach students about other languages and cultures in a fun and interactive way.  

Key Insights:

This study provides a systematic review of the use of Augmented Reality Technologies when combined with Game-based Learning (ARGBL) in primary and secondary educational contexts.  Educators interested in more extensively exploring ARGBL are recommended this study for further reading, as it covers over 20 research studies from 2012-2017. 

Action Steps: Educators interested in more extensively exploring ARGBL are recommended this study for further reading, as it covers over 20 research studies from 2012-2017.

Full Study: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10055-018-0347-2