ShapeFactory

ShapeFactory allows users to capture real-world objects, create virtual 3D models, and interact with them from various angles within their own physical space. The application also supports the annotation of pre-made markers with captured pictures. Its primary objective is to aid in the study of geometry and improve spatial skills.

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Publications

Yang, Y., Shi, H., Mavrikis, M., Geraniou, E. (2024). Exploring Children’s Interaction with AR to Enhance Spatial Skills: Case Study on Geometry Learning. In: Ferreira Mello, R., Rummel, N., Jivet, I., Pishtari, G., Ruipérez Valiente, J.A. (eds) Technology Enhanced Learning for Inclusive and Equitable Quality Education. EC-TEL 2024. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 15160. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-72312-4_1

Learning Goals

Support students in developing their understanding of the relationship between 2D shapes and 3D objects and enhance their spatial skills.

Disciplines

Mathematics

Topics

Orthographic projection nets of the cube, cylinder, sphere and cone.

Transformation between 2D shapes to 3D objects.

Learner Levels: Primary School

Target Audience: Researchers

Communities of Interest

CoI 3 – Augmented Reality in STEAM Education

Emerging Technologies: Augmented Reality

Authors: Yang Yang (UCL), Hangyi Shi (UCL), Manolis Mavrikis (UCL), and Eirini Geraniou (UCL)

Contributors: Sara Bagossi (UNITO), Mosè Colangelo (UNITO), Livia Silvestri (UNITO), and Andrea Ghersi (UNITO)