Reading is an adventure using Nasa’s ‘First Woman’ App, which uses XR to immerse reader engagement, and interest through a graphic novel. You can download the PDF graphic novel in print, listen to the novel, or view it entirely using the mobile app. I printed the PDF graphic novel and downloaded the First Woman App. I scanned the QR codes on each page and was able to view objects in AR and learn more about them through clicking or exploring. I viewed an image in the graphic novel, and then scanned the QR code, and I was able to be in the environment and look around using virtual reality. This pairing of XR and literature excites me for the future of other non-fiction and fiction books, and even textbook learning! I can imagine how deep student learning experiences would be if our students had textbooks that offered similar opportunities of XR throughout.
The app can be downloaded on your phone.
IOS users, here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nasas-first-woman/id1574700198
Android users, here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=gov.nasa.firstwoman&hl=en_CA&gl=US
Mobile Browser Access: https://www.nasa.gov/specials/calliefirst/#graphic-novels
Graphic Novels and XR (Extended Reality)- Nasa’s ‘First Woman App’
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Hi, this is very interesting. I think that using XR or AR is a powerful way to engage and promote reading, especially among emerging readers. Graphic novels themselves are very popular and seem to lend well to these types of technology extensions, however, as you mention in your post, all reading materials could benefit from XR additions. Adding visual and interactive elements will help those who learn more visually enjoy reading more, and encourage learners to read for longer, thereby, increasing their reading skills and comprehension. Immersive reading experiences would offer affordances to students with learning challenges such as dyslexia, and aid those with low vision. With reading moving increasingly to mobile devices (e-readers, tablets, phones) it seems to incorporate XR into apps is an easy and beneficial next step.
Thanks, Vera for your response! Actually, it is so interesting that you asked whether I would be considering AR with my students- when that ended up being my A2 assigned topic. I have always considered it in the past, but thankfully I was able to dive deep into the topic alongside Braden, with our Week 11 project. After that experience, I feel confident to bring AR into my classroom, and support other teachers wanting to do the same!
WOW! Agnes, I appreciate you sharing the video. It showcases the VR experience as a really intriguing and interactive way of learning. The video showcases how virtual reality would engage with students well. Have you yet considered using Augmented Reality (AR) learning with your students? AR would offer an even better immersive experience for students to touch objects, sit down, and move around in the room with VR goggles.