Augmented Reality and Mobile Learning in a Smart Urban Park: Pupils' Perceptions of the EduPARK Game

• Type: Article in International Conference Proceedings Book
• Date: 2018

Authors

Pombo, L (Author) Other; Marques, MM (Author) Other; Carlos, V (Author) Other; Guerra, C (Author) Other; Lucas, M (Author) Other; Loureiro, MJ (Author) Other

Conference proceedings International

Title: CITIZEN, TERRITORY AND TECHNOLOGIES: SMART LEARNING CONTEXTS AND PRACTICES

Pages: 90-100

2nd International Conference on Smart Learning Ecosystems and Regional Developments (SLERD)

Univ Aveiro, CIC Digital DigiMedia Res Grp, Aveiro, PORTUGAL, JUN 22-23, 2017

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Authenticus ID: P-00Q-3Y6

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-61322-2_9

Abstract (EN): The EduPARK game is developed under a game-based learning methodology. It is designed for outdoor learning settings by employing geocaching principles and mobile Augmented Reality technologies. The game aims to develop users' authentic and autonomous learning about diverse interdisciplinary themes in a smart urban park. It integrates learning guides for different target groups of basic education. The purpose of this paper is to present the game prototype development, which followed a design-based research approach. The evaluation of the game involved 74 pupils from two school levels (aged 9-10 and 13-14). They explored the game and their reactions were registered. Focus groups were conducted at the end of the experience. The evaluation allowed identifying positive characteristics of the game, such as immediate feedback and collaborative dynamics. Some questions included in the learning guides were perceived as difficult to understand and also some features came out to be considered for future improvements.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 11