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Augmented Reality
Augmented Reality is rocking around classrooms globally and today is the best time to adopt this yet new but well-known and well-accepted technology. Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) can help extend what we see in the classroom or bring the outside world in. As an educator you go for continuous professional development (CPD) at least on a yearly basis because new things and trends pop up in the world of pedagogy, teaching and learning materials as well as technology. Educating oneself on Augmented Reality and mixed realities is one of the key trends today.
Resources
Where can you get some resources for professional education on how to use Augmented Reality in K-12? Here is a non-exhaustive list for you to consider:
- Coursera is offering an interesting course on Transmedia Storytelling where you can learn designing, sharing, and participating in a cohesive story experience across multiple traditional and digital delivery platforms – for entertainment, advertising and marketing, or social change. The course is not specifically focused on school education. It provides a great idea on how to use emerging technologies, sparks your imagination for different applications of existing tech.
- Some blog posts on Augmented Reality in education can be at your help. For example, this blog post provides an interesting research on the use of emerging technologies in the classroom.
- Attend conferences on CPD that provide cutting edge information, overview of new trends and technologies in digital teaching and learning.
- Books are always a great asset for life time learning. Augmented Reality at School. Practical Guide for Educators: You will learn how to apply Augmented Reality applications for K-12 from educators around the world. Kindle Edition by Clever Books. In this book is available as Kindle or hardcopy. CleverBooks provides you with all necessary resources to deliver the most memorable and knowledgeable lessons in your classroom.
-  Another good e-learning experience which is completely free about Augmented Reality in K-12 Education and uncovers Reasons Why Augmented Reality Will Transform K–12 Education is located on Teachable. There is no need to pay to go through the courses if you do not plan to get certified.
Keep in mind that Augmented Reality in the Elementary Classroom is a vital trend that will keep on growing and CPD on this topic is an essential element for your professional growth.