Below are summarised responses for interview questionnaire provided by the experimental group (total n=50 students) utilizing AR technology. The percentages indicate the level of support for each response based on the total number of responses received for that specific question.
3. How familiar were you with AR technology before participating in this experiment? Can you describe any prior experiences or exposure to AR technology?
Percentage Support:
- Moderately Familiar: 25%
- Limited Exposure: 35%
- Quite Familiar: 20%
- No Prior Experience: 20%
4. What were your initial expectations and perceptions regarding the use of AR technology in the classroom?
Percentage Support:
- Positive Expectations: 45%
- Neutral Expectations: 20%
- Cautiously Optimistic: 25%
- Uncertain/No Expectations: 10%
5. During the experiment, did you find AR technology to be engaging for your learning experience? Can you provide specific examples or instances that stood out to you?
Percentage Support:
- Highly Engaging: 40%
- Engaging: 30%
- Moderately Engaging: 20%
- Not Very Engaging: 10%
6. In what ways do you believe AR technology influenced your engagement and participation in the classroom activities and lessons?
Percentage Support:
- Increased Participation: 35%
- Enhanced Curiosity: 25%
- Encouraged Collaboration: 20%
- Personalized Learning: 20%
7. Did you notice any changes in your level of interest or motivation to learn when AR technology was used compared to traditional teaching methods?
Percentage Support:
- Significant Increase: 35%
- Moderate Increase: 25%
- Slight Increase: 20%
- No Noticeable Change: 20%
8. Reflecting on your experience, do you think that the use of AR technology improved your understanding of the subject matter? Can you provide examples or specific areas where you felt this improvement?
Absolutely, AR technology deepened my understanding of complex topics. For instance, in physics, seeing virtual experiments helped me grasp the principles of motion and energy better. The visual representation clarified abstract theories.
Yes, AR technology improved my understanding, especially in history. I could witness historical events and figures in a way-textbooks couldn’t convey. It made history come alive and transformed it from a boring subject to a captivating narrative