Mobile Application with Augmented Reality as a Support Tool for Learning Human Anatomy

Abstract

Learning the anatomy of the human skeletal system presents several challenges in understanding the complexity of the human body. One of the most common issues is the absence of effective and accessible learning methods that enable students to gain comprehensive knowledge. Therefore, the use of technologies such as augmented reality (AR) aims to address this issue and facilitate its resolution by enabling students to engage with three-dimensional anatomical models, fostering hands-on, visualization-based learning. The aim of this study is to enhance the learning of human skeletal anatomy through the use of AR technology. The study employed a quantitative approach and a pre-experimental design, in which the experiment was conducted according to the research plan and involved 60 students. Mobile-D was used to develop the mobile application. The findings revealed that 93.3% of participants agreed that the use of augmented reality is a valuable for learning human anatomy, as it enables interactive visualization of various parts of the human body. The study also indicated that 28.3% of the students scored “Outstanding,” while 68.3% scored “Predicted.” In addition, 65% of students expressed interest in using augmented reality technology to learn anatomy.

Augmented Reality in Elementary Education: System Architecture for Implementing an Interactive and Immersive E-Learning Application

“…This work builds upon the existing study in AR language learning while addressing the specific challenges of Bengali, contributing to its continued evolution and innovation. Research works that did not have a specific focus on language learning but utilized AR as a tool for creating innovative educational solutions or contributing to this field, such as the study on self-regulated learning and mobile AR by Chusnul et al (2020) [20], the AR-supported tool for studying anatomy by Orlando et al ( 2024) [21], and the 3D coloring quiver application based on AR for fostering early childhood creativity by Kisno et al (2022) [22], have been valuable sources for gathering ideas on how this work on AR in elementary education can be conducted.…”