Currently, I think augmented reality is a better tool for the classroom than virtual reality because of cost, participation, and adaptation. First, there are several apps that incorporate augmented reality and are little to no cost for the user, unlike virtual reality which can be incredibly expensive for the best quality product. Second, I think more students would be able to participate in augmented reality activities because a group of students can use an iPad app whereas only one student at a time can wear a virtual reality headset. Lastly, I think younger students may have a hard time adapting to the new environment a virtual reality headset produces. In my experiences with virtual reality, I have struggled to adjust after several settings and I understand how it makes some people nauseous. Also, young students could be scared by the environment if it is an underwater shark tank or a dinosaur park. With further development I think virtual reality will prove to be the better source, but I would prefer to use augmented reality because of its current abilities.
Katelyn, I agree that augmented reality is a better tool for the classroom. I think it is a lot more practical and easier to use for the children. You mentioned cost and this is one thing I didn't think about when deciding whether or not augmented or virtual reality was more useful. I completely forgot the fact that many virtual reality, the majority, are actually very expensive and I think this is a good point when proving augmente reality is the better option.
ReplyDeleteI agree that augmented reality is better for the classroom as well. The cost is one of the biggest thing I think keeping virtual reality out of classrooms. I like your point about how with augmented reality the students could work in groups whereas with virtual reality its more individualized.
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