Top 5 apps Realidad Aumentada para la Educación Parte II (EN Captions)
Augmented Reality Apps for Education
Introduction to Augmented Reality in Education
- The video introduces a second top 5 list of augmented reality apps aimed at enhancing education, following a well-received previous video.
- All applications discussed are available in English, emphasizing accessibility for users.
1. Jig Space
- Jig Space is a platform for creating and sharing interactive 3D presentations that help visualize complex phenomena.
- Users can animate 3D objects through various scenes and access a library of related objects across multiple subjects like biology and history.
- Supports uploading custom 3D files (OBJ and FBX formats), with sharing capabilities via links; requires the app for viewing.
- Available only on iOS as a free download, with an optional Pro Enterprise version offering advanced features.
2. Metaverse
- Metaverse allows users to create and share augmented reality experiences using combinations of scenes, characters, and commands.
- Experiences can include questions, web links, videos, and more; supports uploading personal 2D or 3D files.
- Suitable for teachers to create engaging content; students can also use it to impress educators with AR tasks.
- Requires downloading an app available on both iOS and Android; completely free to use.
3. Merge Cube
- Merge Cube serves as an educational ecosystem utilizing AR to teach STEM concepts by allowing interaction with digital objects.
- The cube has codes that trigger AR experiences when scanned with a smartphone; widely used in classrooms for hands-on learning.
- Offers tools for creating custom experiences through its Merge Object Viewer or CoSpaces Edu applications.
- Available for purchase online or on Amazon at $20; includes Instagram filters showcasing AR capabilities.
4. Human Anatomy
- This app provides detailed exploration of human anatomy through augmented reality tailored for health professionals and students.
- Users can learn about bones, muscles, and organs using realistic 3D models that allow rotation and zooming functionalities.
- Features the ability to isolate specific body parts for focused study; mixed reality experience possible with headsets planned soon.
5. Catchy Words App
- Designed for children aged four and up, this app promotes vocabulary development through interactive letter-finding games in AR environments.
- Kids engage by walking around their surroundings to find letters that form secret words without needing screen interaction.