Students can interact with the computer using the Materials Master Cards or actual materials samples - both of which are automatically recognised by the computer via symbols. These symbols can also be printed using a desk-top printer and added to a range of materials for automated recognition.
What's in the tool ?
Using just a webcam with our AR software, you can perform the following task: (click on the images to magnify):
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Interactive master card game against the computer (KS2 or KS3) |
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Virtual microscope (KS3 and 2) |
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Materials classification game (KS2) |
| Property ranking (KS2 and 3); e.g. ranking materials in order of increasing density |
How is this tool linked to the schools curricula in UK ?
AR is a new and fascinating technology that requires limited hardware.
It enables intuitive mouse free interaction with the computer while maintaining a link to real materials.
This technology is previously untried in schools, but by incorporating into other tools such as Materials Master Cards and Internet Microscope, this toolkit can directly support across the whole range from primary schoolchildren to A level students.
This technology is previously untried in schools, but by incorporating into other tools such as Materials Master Cards and Internet Microscope, this toolkit can directly support across the whole range from primary schoolchildren to A level students.
How do I get the software ?
A download link for this software will be available soon, in the meantime,
if you like to take part in our initial trial, please contact us using above feedback link.
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EPSRC
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Royal Academy of Engineering
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Museum of Science & Industry
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UK Centre for Materials Education
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Rolls-Royce
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