Sustav za učenje o kemijskim reakcijama temeljen na virtualnoj stvarnosti

master's thesis

• Title (english): System for Learning about Chemical Reactions Based on Virtual Reality
• Author: Lorena Martinović
• Mentor: Ivica Botički (mentor)
• Committee member: Ivica Botički (predsjednik povjerenstva)
• Committee member: Boris Vrdoljak (član povjerenstva)
• Committee member: Danijel Mlinarić (član povjerenstva)
• Granter: University of Zagreb; Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing; Zagreb
• Defense date and country: 2024-07-12, Croatia

Abstract

Virtualna stvarnost (VR) predstavlja jednu od najsuvremenijih tehnologija koja omogućuje stvaranje imerzivnih, trodimenzionalnih okruženja. Primjena VR-a u obrazovanju nudi revolucionarne mogućnosti za interaktivno i iskustveno učenje. Cilj ovog diplomskog rada bio je razviti VR sustav za učenje kemijskih reakcija, prilagođen učenicima osnovne škole. Sustav omogućuje učenicima da istražuju kemijske reakcije na dinamičan način kroz tri različite igre: pH Scale, Reactions, i Atom Structure. Razvoj sustava uključivao je faze specifikacije, dizajna, te implementacije u Unity alatu. VR omogućuje učenicima promatranje i eksperimentiranje s kemijskim reakcijama u simuliranom okruženju, čineći učenje zanimljivijim i učinkovitijim. Korištenjem VR-a, učenici mogu vizualizirati složene koncepte, sigurno eksperimentirati te prilagoditi tempo učenja svojim potrebama. Zaključno, implementacija VR tehnologije u obrazovanje donosi brojne prednosti, uključujući imerzivno iskustvo, interaktivno učenje i bolju vizualizaciju složenih koncepata. Ovaj rad pokazuje kako VR može značajno unaprijediti obrazovni proces, pružajući učenicima vrijedna iskustva koja potiču razumijevanje kemije i drugih prirodnih znanosti te ih pripremaju za buduće STEM karijere.

Abstract (english)

Virtual Reality (VR) is one of the most advanced technologies that enables the creation of immersive, three-dimensional environments. The application of VR in education offers revolutionary possibilities for interactive and experiential learning. This thesis aimed to develop a VR system for teaching chemical reactions, tailored to primary school students. The system allows students to explore chemical reactions dynamically through three different games:pH Scale, Reactions, and Atom Structure. The development process included phases of specification, design, and implementation using the Unity tool. VR enables students to observe and experiment with chemical reactions in a simulated environment, making learning more engaging and effective. By using VR, students can visualize complex concepts, safely experiment, and adjust the learning pace to their needs. In conclusion, the implementation of VR technology in education brings numerous benefits, including immersive experiences, interactive learning, and better visualization of complex concepts. This thesis demonstrates how VR can significantly enhance the educational process, providing students with valuable experiences that foster understanding of chemistry and other natural sciences, and prepare them for future STEM careers.

• Keywords: virtualna stvarnost; obrazovanje; kemijske reakcije; imerzivno učenje; interaktivne igre; osnovna škola; Unity alat; vizualizacija koncepata; STEM obrazovanje; iskustveno učenje; pH skala; atomska struktura; sigurno eksperimentiranje; prilagodljivo učenje; tehnologija u obrazovanju
• Keywords (english): virtual reality; education; chemical reactions; immersive learning; interactive games; primary school; Unity tool; concept visualization; STEM education; experiential learning; pH scale; atomic structure; safe experimentation; adaptive learning; technology in education
• Language: croatian
• URN:NBN: urn:nbn:hr:168:085792
• Study programme: Title: Computing; Study programme type: university; Study level: graduate; Academic / professional title: magistar/magistra inženjer/inženjerka računarstva (magistar/magistra inženjer/inženjerka računarstva)
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• Access conditions: Open access
• Created on: 2024-10-12 21:29:33