VisionARi: An online community-based augmented reality platform for immersive learning

Abstract

[EN] This paper outlines the development of VisionARi, an online community-based augmented reality (AR) platform for immersive learning. At the core of the platform is a public digital library where creators can upload educational AR content, which is then viewable by users on a dedicated mobile application. VisionARi enables educators with little to no experience in immersive technology to begin creating educational AR content in a matter of minutes through short video tutorials and template files, achieved by leveraging popular free-to-use or open-source software such as Unity and Blender. The ubiquity of smartphones enables VisionARi to overcome barriers and issues related to technical competencies and hardware accessibility currently hampering immersive learning, while the community-based ecosystem facilitates online collaboration across multiple disciplines, potentially leading to improved student learning outcomes.