Taking Elementary Document Camera Use to the Next Dimension

2013 ◽  
pp. 309-334
Author(s):  
Nancye W. Blair
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Capabilities ◽  
Visual Aids ◽  
Stereoscopic 3D ◽  
Working Models ◽  
Full Color ◽  
Mathematics Literacy ◽  
Hands On ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
Pilot Implementation ◽  
Live Action

The world’s first stereoscopic 3D document camera, the 3D Ladibug, is quite unique in its ability to facilitate an interactive and constructivist implementation of stereoscopic 3D content in the elementary classroom. By harnessing the 3D Ladibug’s dynamic capabilities, teachers and students are able to enhance lessons with custom-designed learning activities in science, mathematics, literacy, and other curriculum areas. Moreover, through a blend of anaglyph and full-color stereoscopic 3D images, students are able to translate this technology into applications with print media, video editing, and live-action presentations. In the pilot implementation, educators have observed increases in student excitement, engagement, attention span, learning gains, and the ease of instruction using manipulatives with young students. Additionally, the ability to custom create 3D curriculum has made distinct differences in the motivation for students to design working models and products that demonstrate a deeper understanding of concepts. Likewise, teachers were inspired to integrate an increased number of visual aids and hands-on activities into class activities when using this tool. Through its traditional 2D document camera functionalities and added stereoscopic 3D capabilities, the 3D Ladibug Document Camera proved to be a highly effective teaching tool, captivating students and teachers by breathing life into classroom models, manipulatives, and presentations.

scholarly journals DESIGNING PISA-LIKE MATHEMATICS TASK USING A COVID-19 CONTEXT (PISACOMAT)

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 349-364
Author(s):  
Duano Sapta Nusantara ◽  
Zulkardi Zulkardi ◽  
Ratu Ilma Indra Putri
Keyword(s):  
Formative Evaluation ◽  
Design Research ◽  
School Curriculum ◽  
Competency Assessment ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
Mathematics Skills ◽  
Mathematics Literacy ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
Different Levels ◽  
Core Framework

New changes to the school curriculum by enacting a minimum competency assessment (MCA) with PISA criteria in 2021 have led to confusion over the form of MCA questions among teachers and students due to limited learning resources at schools. This study aimed to produce valid and practical PISA COVID-19 mathematics tasks (PISAComat) potentially affecting mathematics literacy. This study involved 27 secondary-level students aged 15 years old with different levels of mathematics skills. Design research in the form of development studies was chosen as the core framework of this research assisted with the online learning platform. Data were analyzed descriptively through observations, tests, interviews, and document reviews. A set of PISAComat on quantity and change & relationship at the level of reasoning was gained after a formative evaluation. The formative process was conducted through zoom meetings and intensive communication at WhatsApp Group (WAG) to produce valid and practical PISAComat. After being tested in the classroom, the resulting PISAComat had been potentially effective in promoting students' mathematics literacy and life skills during the COVID-19 pandemic.

scholarly journals The European Handbook of Central Asian Studies

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeroen Van Den Bosch
Keyword(s):  
The European Union ◽  
Visual Aids ◽  
Asian Studies ◽  
Advanced Level ◽  
Post Colonial ◽  
Central Asian ◽  
Self Study ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
Occupied Territories ◽  
Intended Learning Outcomes

This handbook is the first collection of comprehensive teaching materials for teachers and students of Central Asian Studies (CAS) with a strong pedagogic dimension. It presents 22 chapters, clustered around five themes, with contributions from more than 19 scholars, all leading experts in the field of CAS and Eurasian Studies. This collection is not only a reference work for scholars branching out to different disciplines of CAS but also for scholars from other disciplines broadening their scope to CAS. It addresses post-colonial frameworks and also untangles topics from their ‘Soviet’ reference frame. It aims to de-exoticize the region and draws parallels to European or to historically European-occupied territories. In each chapter, the handbook provides a concise but nuanced overview of the topics covered, in which way these have been approached by the mainstream literature, and points out pitfalls, myths, and new insights, providing background knowledge about Central Asia to readers and intertwine this with an advanced level of insight to leave the readers equipped with a strong foundation to approach more specialized sources either in classroom settings or by self-study. In addition, the book offers a comprehensive glossary, list of used abbreviations, overview of intended learning outcomes, and a smart index (distinguishing between names, locations, concepts, and events). A list of recorded lectures to be found on YouTube will accompany the handbook either as instruction materials for teachers or visual aids for students. Since the authors themselves recorded the lectures related to their own chapters, this provides the opportunity to engage in a more personalized way with the authors. This project is being developed in the framework of the EISCAS project (www.eiscas.eu), co-funded by the Erasmus + Program of the European Union.

scholarly journals Developing Students’ Translation Competence: The Role of Tasks and Teaching Activities

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (11) ◽  
pp. 119-128
Author(s):  
Habiba Nakhli
Keyword(s):  
Self Report ◽  
Clear Correlation ◽  
Student Centered ◽  
Hands On ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
Report Data ◽  
Self Report Data ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Descriptive Method

The aim of this study is to identify the teaching procedures generally conducted by translation teachers, and investigate their impact on the development of students’ translation competence (TC). The study emphasizes the importance of substituting the traditional “read and translate” method for a student-centered teaching approach that relies on hands-on tasks and engaging activities.  These teaching procedures include intra- and extra-mural activities and tasks addressing different sub-competencies and skills and aiming at developing students' general TC. In order to study the impact of these teaching procedures on TC, we implemented a descriptive method that draws upon self-report data and observation of translation teachers and students in a classroom setting. We observed a group of MA translation students in the Faculty of Letters and Humanities in Tetouan and King Fahd School of Translation in Tangiers- Abdelmalek Essaadi University, Morocco. The observation reports and teachers questionnaires provided significant data about classroom practices, while the survey of students’ levels of TC revealed that the respondents’ mastery level of TC ranges from low to high across the different sub-competences. We subsequently compared students’ mastery levels to the general patterns governing the teachers’ teaching procedures, and the findings showed a clear correlation between the two. Accordingly, the type and focus of the tasks and activities performed by students have a direct impact on their TC development.

scholarly journals STARBASE: A Network of Fully Autonomous Telescopes for Hands-on Science Education

2001 ◽  
Vol 183 ◽  
pp. 31-32
Author(s):  
Richard Gelderman ◽  
David Barnaby ◽  
Michael Carini ◽  
Karen Hackney ◽  
Richard Hackney ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Science Education ◽  
Science Research ◽  
Space Science ◽  
Research Projects ◽  
Scientific Investigations ◽  
Hands On ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
Working Together ◽  
Network Of Networks ◽  
Dedicated Hardware

AbstractStudents Training for Achievement in Research Based on Analytical Space-science Experiences (STARBASE) is being established to provide exciting hands-on research opportunities for students. STAR-BASE is a network of networks, consisting of dedicated hardware, universities, professional astronomers, teachers, and students all working together in scientific investigations. Funded through the NASA Office of Space Science, the STARBASE network is working to bring major science research projects to motivated students all over the globe.

Virtual Reality Based Enhanced Visualization of Epidural Insertion

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Neil Vaughan ◽  
Venketesh N. Dubey ◽  
Michael Y. K. Wee ◽  
Richard Isaacs
Keyword(s):  
Epidural Space ◽  
Ligamentum Flavum ◽  
Subcutaneous Fat ◽  
3D Models ◽  
Stereoscopic Vision ◽  
Needle Placement ◽  
Anatomical Structures ◽  
Stereoscopic 3D ◽  
Interspinous Ligament ◽  
Full Color

This paper outlines an approach to create stereoscopic 3D computer graphics for visualization of epidural insertions. The graphics are built from several 3D vertex models of the anatomical structures including the vertebrae, tissue layers and the skin, subcutaneous fat, supraspinous ligament, interspinous ligament, ligamentum flavum and epidural space. The 3D models are wrapped with full color textures and vertex edges are rounded. The objects are stored in object files and are rendered as 3D by a custom OpenGL application. Graphics drivers calculate the angles and offset for the two separate stereo images and render both in 3D. The stereoscopic images are viewed through a visor containing two OLED micro-displays in stereo using the page-flipped method. The completed stereo simulation allows depth to be perceived so that the operator can judge depth of the needle tip in relation to tissue layers and bones, which aids to the location of the epidural space. Applying stereoscopic vision to epidural simulators will help the operator to visualize the depths required for correct needle placement in the epidural space.

scholarly journals NITESat: A High Resolution, Full-Color, Light Pollution Imaging Satellite Mission

2017 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 48-55 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ken Walczak ◽  
Geza Gyuk ◽  
Andrew Kruger ◽  
Enoch Byers ◽  
Sigi Huerta
Keyword(s):  
High Resolution ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Educational Outreach ◽  
Outreach Program ◽  
Light Pollution ◽  
Light At Night ◽  
Satellite Mission ◽  
Full Color ◽  
Hands On ◽  
Global Coverage

The NITESat (Night Imaging and Tracking Experiment Satellite) mission is a 2U CubeSat satellite designed for nighttime Earth imaging to quantify and characterize light pollution across the Midwestern United States. It is accompanied and supported by an array of ground-based light pollution observing stations called GONet (Ground Observing Network). NITESat is a pilot mission testing the potential for a simple and inexpensive (<$500,000) satellite to deliver high-resolution, three-color regional data of artificial light at night. In addition, GONet will form the core of an educational outreach program by establishing an array of all-sky monitors covering the imaging region of the satellite with 20+ full sky light pollution citizen-operated stations. This will provide synchronized data coinciding with the NITESat overpasses as well as providing near continuous night sky quality monitoring. If the initial mission is a success, the potential exists to expand the program into a low cost constellation of satellites capable of delivering global coverage. NITESat is being designed, built and will be operated by the Far Horizons program at the Adler Planetarium in Chicago, Illinois. Far Horizons is a student and volunteer centered program offering hands-on engineering and scientific research opportunities for education.

scholarly journals The Opportunities and Challenges of Integrating Hologram Experiments into a Highly Visual Telepresence Course

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-14
Author(s):  
I. Matere ◽  
C. Weng ◽  
C. Chien-Yu ◽  
C. Chi-Hao
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Specialized Training ◽  
Experimental Teaching ◽  
Hands On ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
Post Test ◽  
University Course ◽  
Collaborative Skills ◽  
Depth Interviews

Higher education is used to nurture advanced specialized training; however, nurturing innovative and practical ability is hard to put into practice. In experimental teaching, hands-on activities are offered to promote students’ practical ability, leading to better-specialized training. This study aims to explore students’ engagement, communication and collaborative skills, as well as learning outcomes by integrating hologram experiments into a university course. Eight university students participated in this study for 3-weeks. Hologram theory was taught in the first week, while in the second and third weeks, the students performed experiments. Pre- and post-test data were collected using questionnaires during the first and last week, respectively. Besides, in-depth interviews were conducted. The findings revealed that students were able to interact with each other, which promoted their engagement in experimenting. Moreover, teammates were able to communicate and collaborate effectively, which led to higher achievement in their learning outcomes. Despite the benefits reported, opportunities and challenges were identified for teachers and students to be aware of during hologram experiments to help them develop creative skills and develop an understanding of holography concepts.

scholarly journals Introduction to 3D Imaging Using Photogrammetry

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
pp. e27029
Author(s):  
JP Brown
Keyword(s):  
3D Imaging ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Imaging Method ◽  
Laptop Computer ◽  
Full Color ◽  
Single Lens ◽  
Hands On ◽  
Museum Professionals ◽  
Full Day

This full day workshop will provide an introduction to 3D imaging using photogrammetry. The course is designed for museum professionals who are already familiar with using digital single lens reflex (DSLR) cameras, and want to extend their practice to 3D imaging. Photogrammetry is a low-cost-of-entry 3D imaging method which can be used to produce excellent results for many different museum specimens, and scales well. From large buildings to tiny clay molds, photogrammetry has been used to successfully model and document a very wide variety of museum material in full color and in three dimensions. The technique can also be extended to multi-spectral imaging. The workshop will be hands-on and will cover camera setup, lighting, and image processing, imaging flat and contoured specimens. We will look at working at different scales, and metric photogrammetry using Agisoft Photoscan. The course will be led by a museum professional with five years of experience of using photogrammetry to image museum collections from bivalves and taxidermy to textiles, and fossils to furniture. Due to the intensive and fast-moving nature of the workshop, participation is limited to eight people. Participants will be expected to bring a DSLR and a laptop computer to the workshop.

scholarly journals An Evaluation of Grammar Lessons in Selected Moroccan ELT Textbooks

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 249
Author(s):  
Hassan Ait-Bouzid ◽  
Erguig Reddad ◽  
Yeou Mohamed
Keyword(s):  
Public High Schools ◽  
Visual Aids ◽  
Mixed Methods Approach ◽  
Textbook Evaluation ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
Second Year ◽  
Teaching Learning ◽  
Textbook Design ◽  
Grammar Lessons

This paper is built on the assumption that there are no perfect language teaching textbooks; therefore, it hopes to draw the attention of Moroccan ELT practitioners to the viability of using textbook evaluation to improve the quality of these teaching-learning materials. It aims to investigate ways in which grammar lessons are presented in three Moroccan second year Baccalaureate ELT textbooks currently used in public high schools. It examines the extent to which these lessons help both teachers and students meet the teaching-learning objectives. The study adopts a mixed methods approach and uses content analysis that combines both quantitative and qualitative data analysis techniques. Findings reveal that, although the three textbooks present their grammatical content in different ways, they succeeded in providing challenging grammar contents that suit the needs and interests of the learners. On the other hand, they demonstrate that these textbooks contain problems related to relevance of visual aids, gradation of grammar lessons and authenticity of grammatical examples. Finally, the study concludes with a number of implications that inform future EFL textbook design in Morocco.

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