학술논문

Utilizing Google Cardboard Virtual Reality for Visualization in Multivariable Calculus
Document Type
Periodical
Source
IEEE Access Access, IEEE. 11:75398-75406 2023
Subject
Aerospace
Bioengineering
Communication, Networking and Broadcast Technologies
Components, Circuits, Devices and Systems
Computing and Processing
Engineered Materials, Dielectrics and Plasmas
Engineering Profession
Fields, Waves and Electromagnetics
General Topics for Engineers
Geoscience
Nuclear Engineering
Photonics and Electrooptics
Power, Energy and Industry Applications
Robotics and Control Systems
Signal Processing and Analysis
Transportation
Internet
Calculus
Visualization
X reality
Libraries
Virtual reality
Usability
multivariable calculus
visualisation
Google Cardboard
Language
ISSN
2169-3536
Abstract
In this study, we have developed a webXR tool that helps students visualise 3D graphs from functions of two variables through the use of simple, practical and cost-effective Google Cardboard for use in the classroom. Further, we have assessed Google Cardboard’s usability as a content delivery system in a mid-sized multivariable calculus class with 36 students, and 40 other students in another class as the control group. We also attempt to assess if Google Cardboard is better than PowerPoint slides, shown on flat screen computers, in terms of students’ attitudes and engagement towards the teaching and learning of multivariable calculus. Our results suggest that Google Cardboard functions better than PowerPoint slides when encouraging students’ attitudes and engagement towards learning multivariable calculus. At the same time, Google Cardboard as a content delivery system does not appear to differ from PowerPoint slides in terms of its usability.