Augmented Reality

 What is Augmented Reality?

Augmented Reality (AR) is an immersive perception of a real-world environment where objects that exist in the real world are augmented by computer-generated perceptual knowledge, often through several sensory types, including visual, auditory, haptic, somatosensory, and olfactory. 

AR can be described as a device that fulfills three basic features: a mixture of real and virtual environments, real-time interaction, and precise 3D recording of virtual and real objects. Overlaid sensory input can be beneficial (i.e. additive to the natural environment) or harmful (i.e. masking of the natural environment).

The primary benefit of augmented reality is the way in which the elements of the artificial world merge into a person's understanding of the physical world, not as a mere display of details, but by the incorporation of immersive stimuli that are experienced as natural aspects of the environment. 

With the aid of new AR technology (e.g. the addition of machine vision, the introduction of AR sensors into smartphone apps, and object recognition) knowledge about the user's surrounding natural world becomes immersive and remotely manipulated. Knowledge about the universe and its objects is overlaid to the physical world.

Augmented reality in Education

Increased educational truth can serve a variety of purposes. It lets students understand, store, and recall knowledge quickly. In addition, AR makes studying more appealing and enjoyable. It is also not limited to a particular age group or level of education and can be used equally well at all stages of learning, from pre-school to college, or even at work.

AR Apps for kids

It's no wonder, kids are willing to embrace revolutionary innovations like AR. Many of the most ingenious virtual reality education applications were built for the youngest of people.

AR in the classroom

The most popular use for augmented reality in education is currently the use of AR software directly in the classroom. In this case, they will help the instructor illustrate the subject, provide a visual image of the content, and help students assess their knowledge in class. Notably, you can find an AR app for almost any topic, including science, geometry, zoology, grammar, and programming.