PI: Prof. Jayesh Pillai, IDC School of Design

Most of the existing unutilized equipment like projectors and computers are low-end and obsolete in today’s technology context. Moreover, these existing devices are not portable, not interactive and not collaborative. The solution we propose would be reusable in terms of hardware by multiple standards within the same school, and customizable/reusable in terms of software across multiple devices. This allows for collaborative learning as well as access to study content beyond the scope of the school premises. To bring in the simplicity in use of technology, Augmented Reality (AR) based learning aids can be introduced to the students. We would design an AR application in Mathematics as per the syllabus of Maharashtra board with small activities to test the learning abilities using AR for the students of class 5 to 8.Hence, AR can be helpful for students in having shared learning experience through spatial visualization and interactive collaboration. Our project will focus on these qualities of AR to enhance the learning experience of the tribal/rural students (which could be further customized or scaled for schools, in general).