Presentation Information
[PO2-05]Effectiveness of VR experience of 360-degree starry sky images in learning about motion of the stars at special support class
*Takeshi Yada1, Mayuko Kamiguri2, Kaito Tadano3, Chinatsu Watanabe4, Keita Watanabe5 (1. Shimane Nature Museum of Mt. Sanbe (Japan), 2. Shimane Prefectural School for the Blind (Japan), 3. Network Applied Communication Laboratory Ltd. (Japan), 4. National Institute of Technology, Matsue College (Japan), 5. Shimane IT Open-Innovation Center (Japan))
Keywords:
learning about motion of the stars,360-degree starry sky footage,VR
Shimane Nature Museum of Mt. Sanbe supports astronomical learning such as motion of the stars for fourth-grade elementary students as part of its school collaboration program. For outreach classes, to help children gain a more immersive understanding of the subject, 360-degree starry sky footage is pre-recorded in the school grounds and used in the classes.
The simulated experience provided by 360-degree imagery and VR technology is considered particularly beneficial for children with physical disabilities who face difficulties going outdoors. We report on an astronomy lesson conducted at Shimane Prefectural Matsue Seishin Special Needs School for four junior high students and one elementary student.
The simulated experience provided by 360-degree imagery and VR technology is considered particularly beneficial for children with physical disabilities who face difficulties going outdoors. We report on an astronomy lesson conducted at Shimane Prefectural Matsue Seishin Special Needs School for four junior high students and one elementary student.