Title

Supporting Children'S Learning With Body-Based Metaphors In A Mixed Reality Environment

Keywords

embodied interaction; learning; metaphors; middle school; mixed reality; science education

Abstract

We describe an approach to designing immersive learning experiences for children using body-based metaphors. Previous research shows benefits for learning through physical interactions in virtual spaces (e.g., [1, 16]) - here we look specifically at using mixed reality to embed children as elements within the systems they are attempting to learn. Using gross body-movements the children are able to test predictions and have their intuitions challenged, laying the foundation for deeper conceptual understanding. We present data from a study we conducted comparing the mixed reality experience with a desktop version of the same simulation. Results suggest that children's interactions with designs supporting body-based metaphors can lead them to better grasp the "deep structure" of the learning domain. © 2011 ACM.

Publication Date

7-18-2011

Publication Title

Proceedings of IDC 2011 - 10th International Conference on Interaction Design and Children

Number of Pages

177-180

Document Type

Article; Proceedings Paper

Personal Identifier

scopus

DOI Link

https://doi.org/10.1145/1999030.1999055

Socpus ID

79960226691 (Scopus)

Source API URL

https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/79960226691

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