Discussion of Interview Findings
- Familiarity with AR Technology: The interviewees exhibited a range of
familiarity with AR technology before the experiment, with 35% having
limited exposure, 25% being moderately familiar, and 20% having no
prior experience. A smaller proportion (20%) was quite familiar with
AR due to prior educational app usage.
- Initial Expectations and Perceptions: Interviewees had a mix of
expectations regarding AR technology. While 45% had positive
expectations, 25% were cautiously optimistic, 20% were uncertain,
and only 10% had no specific expectations. The experiment often
exceeded expectations, especially for those with reservations.
- Engagement with AR Technology: A significant majority (70%) found AR
technology to be highly or moderately engaging. Engaging examples
included historical recreations, biology dissections, and interactive
math lessons. However, there were a few (10%) who did not find it
engaging, mainly in literature classes.
- Influence on Engagement and Participation: AR technology positively
influenced engagement and participation for the interviewees. It
encouraged active class discussions (35%), sparked curiosity (25%),
fostered collaboration (20%), and personalized learning (20%),
leading to increased participation and involvement.
- Impact on Interest and Motivation: The use of AR technology notably
increased interest and motivation for a majority (60%) of the
interviewees. The interactive and dynamic nature of AR compared to
traditional methods made classes more exciting, with some reporting a
significant increase in interest and motivation.
- Improvement in Understanding: Interviewees widely acknowledged that AR
technology improved their understanding of subject matter. It
clarified complex topics with visual representations. For example, in
physics and history, it helped them grasp abstract theories and make
history more captivating.
Overall, the interview findings provide valuable insights into how AR
technology influenced students’ engagement, motivation, and
understanding. While the majority had positive experiences, the
responses also highlight areas where improvements can be made to cater
to diverse expectations and preferences. AR technology shows great
promise in enhancing the classroom experience and making learning more
interactive and enjoyable.