Whenever I am asked to add another application to my phone I usually groan. I have so many and am wary to add any more. Currently I have three screens full of applications. Augmented reality has moved from primarly computer applications to smart phones. If you type in augmented reality into your smartphone application store you will get AR applications and AR games. I have an Iphone but there are just as many AR applications available on Droid devices. The variety of applications is mind boggling. Two of the applications I want to focus on are JigSpace and Jig Workshop. I am in no way advertising for these two applications but wanted to showcase them for thier ability to assit in the education environment. JigSpace allows the user to scan an object and it then produces a 3-D image. You can scan a toaster or a globe and it breaks that object into its component parts. JigSpace is great for geology, biology, mechanics, or geography. The use is endless for educators and learners. Jig Workshop allows students and educators to create AR presentations for the classroom. An example would be a presentation that breaks down a neuron cell to its most basic components. Again a great tool for students and educators in any learning space. These are applications which I would add to my kit bag regardless of my aversion to adding more to my phone.
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Tammy, I have a droid so I could not download those particular apps but I looked them up and they are incredible. I watched a YouTube video of the capabilities of JigSpace and there are tutorials on the application. The one they showed was to change out faucets on a sink. There are similar apps for droid and now that I am aware I will explore those as well. Thank you for writing about something that my children and I can enjoy.
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Thanks Mandy, you now educated me I did not know about that the application enabled you to learn about changing out a faucet. Now I will have to go back and look at the application.
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Tammy,
ReplyDeleteI have been amazed on how far technology had expanded Augmented Reality, I have been attempting for years to bring this into the military training relm. The difficulty with this has been the security part, because of the applications that are not able to be secured. This does not stop the process though, since it can still work on common knowledge items such as basic repair items. The ease of access now makes things a bit easier and shows a lot of promise to bringing it over the the other side. The apps you mentioned just provided additional research material that can further validate my effort. Looking forward to seeing where we are going from here.
Walt
Walt
DeleteI understand the security implications. In the medical field we used very limited AR and it usually came down to not having the appropriate clearances to use the software. I hope the military will change some of the policies so we can embrace new technology.
Tammy
Tammy,
ReplyDeleteI wonder how we, as instructional designers, can develop something similar to the applications you are discussing and use it to find solutions to a problem. It would interesting to see how we can develop something like this and actually use it in the field. I sure would like to try.
Charles
DeleteIt would be interesting to develop and implement Instructional design developed in AR or VR. I think there is a huge potential for growth within those two environments for IDs.
Tammy
Tammy
ReplyDeleteThe advancements in 3D modeling software are ridiculous. My son will spend hours in his room recreating scenes from his favorite 3D video games. He and his friends have an animation team that collaborates on videos that they post to their YouTube channel. I know that when 3D animation first hit the scene in “Toy Story”, people were mesmerized. If you have not seen it in a while, give it a look and the advancements in this technology since then will be very apparent. So I asked my son about it and he said he could render that same movie, with his PC, in less than a couple of hours, but it apparently took Pixar months to do it when the movie was made. It is amazing that we can do these same things with our phones now. I will have to ask him about the apps you recommended, but he will probably make fun of me. Great entry Tammy. Till next week…
-Donny
Donnie
DeleteI know its amazing the advances and how kids can just replicate technology that took months in a couple of hours. I agree I would not have said anything either my nieces would have laughed at me as well. Thanks
Tammy
Tammy,
ReplyDeleteI was truly impressed by jigspace. Great find. I feel like I could use this app when I am doing all these repairs around my house. Being in this class I feel like I might try my hand at creating one that others can use. Soon with applications like this we can scan the human body and see where things are not working and then get a quick class on how to fix it. Looking a lot like the star trek docotors with their scanners. I am off to play with my new app.
Michael
DeleteI now will have to use the app to help me fix things around the house as well. It is a very versatile app and maybe once school is done I can really dive into its functions. I would totally use an app you created to help figure thing out.
Tammy
Tammy,
ReplyDeleteGreat post. I am like you. I feel like I am constantly downloading a new application on my phone just to get by in life and perform some of the tasks that are necessary in my daily routine. I took a look at jigspace and agree with everyone this is a great AR technology application that can greatly enhance the recommendations we make to our clients as instructional designers. I think this tool would be especially helpful in the science and technology fields that often encounter complex problems and have to learn complex products and models. Using 3D technology can certainly improve the learning experience. Thanks for the share.
Anthony
Anthony
DeleteThanks for the comments. Its amazing how ten years ago we had none of these applications and were just fine but now can't imagine living without it.
Tammy
Tammy,
ReplyDeleteThanks for the blog post. I really enjoy reading about all the interesting, augmented opportunities there are in our education system. Until this post, I had never heard of Jig Space and Jig Workshop. The think the ability to see things in 3-D makes interaction with these apps on another level. I can see how these would have huge benefit in the classroom. My concern with this technology is the cost associated. I see the education system having two options with this technology. The first would be to provide a device like laptop or tablet to every student to access the technology. I know some schools are moving to tablets, but most districts cannot afford them. The second option would be to have the students access on their personal devices, but then you know not everyone has a device. I like the technology a lot, but I am not sure the cost of access to the technology is feasible. It would ultimately provide a great tool to help with education, but the cost I feel an objective to quite obtainable by the education system. Have a great day!
-Kevin
Kevin
ReplyDeleteI could see students using Jig Spae and Jig Workshop in building products or designing but agree it would be cost prohibitive in classroom instruction.
Tammy
Tammy,
ReplyDeleteLike many others, I checked out jigspace and it is cool. I checked out what is inside a lock and the battle of marathon. I wish there was more content on there for little ones. I will check out jig workshop tomorrow and see how difficult it is to create content. I am excited, I think my daughter is going to love this!
Mike W.
Tammy,
ReplyDeleteThank you for introducing me to Jigspace. This app seems very interesting and fun to explore. I like the fact that you can design 3D products and you can share with others. This in my opinion enhances the learning process. I am a visual learner so having the ability to have the object right in front of you to gain a better understanding seems like a great way to get interaction and engagement from students to really aid in their learning. Great Post
Alex