Treasure codes: augmenting learning from physical museum exhibits through treasure hunting

Ng, Kher Hui; Huang, Hai; O’Malley, Claire

doi:10.1007/s00779-018-1126-5

Cited by 16 publications

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“…One of these was Apostolellis and Bowman's (2015) assessment of the C-Olive game which was conducted in a closed, controlled environment. The other was that of Ng et al (2018) which evaluated the Kuala Lumpur Treasure Hunt. A third study that could also be considered quantitative is that by Torre et al (2018) which used a Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) to assess the Lunar Survival Task game.…”

Section: Game Evaluation Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

New technology in Museums: AR and VR video games are coming

Camps-Ortueta

Deltell-Escolar

López

2021

Communication & Society

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Museums have gone through a modernization process which has seen the adoption of new technologies in what they offer visitors. Within the framework of the new critical museology, these organizations have been transformed into places of encounter and experience, the key tools in this change being socialization and play. Gamification are now intrinsic to collections and are a way of inviting visitors to share new museum experiences through the latest technology such as AR (Augmented Reality) and VR (Virtual Reality). In this way, the museum becomes a playground and a space for creativity (Borja-Villel et al., 2014). In this research, we focus on what we consider to be an important link between the three central aspects of museum change: sociability, gamificaction and virtualization; and the growing interest in museums for videogames. Our aim is to reach a better understanding of the AR and VR video games developed for museums and how these technologies can not only motivate visitors’ interest but also improve their learning skills. Our analysis focuses of literature published between 2015 to 2018 and follows the analytic structure established by Connolly et al. (2012) with additional features related to learning experience, platforms, and the use of technologies (VR and AR). The general aim is to map the interest of the research community in the field of museum-developed video games, more specifically those that use augmented and virtual reality.

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Section: Game Evaluation Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

New technology in Museums: AR and VR video games are coming

Camps-Ortueta

Deltell-Escolar

López

2021

Communication & Society

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“…Extended reality technologies have also been used effectively in museums. For example, augmented reality has been used in games and treasure hunts (Ng et al., 2018; Paliokas et al., 2020). High‐immersion VR has provided interactive and personalized experiences to museum visitors (Rivera‐Gutierrez et al., 2014).…”

Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

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The impact of sound and immersive experience on learners when using virtual reality and tablet: A mixed‐method study

Kaplan‐Rakowski,

Cockerham,

Ferdig

2023

Brit J Educational Tech

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Multisensory‐rich VR experiences, which encompass visual, auditory, and haptic stimuli, have the potential to enhance engagement, motivation, and learning. However, extensive sensory stimuli could also compromise learning through sensory overload. In museum settings, visitors who are inundated with excessive stimuli such as unrelated background music or competing visual options may not experience optimal learning. This mixed‐methods study addressed this potential problem by exploring the impact of sound on learning, enjoyment, sense of presence, and the development of interest among museum attendees (N = 255) who used two different types of technology: high‐immersion VR or a tablet. Results from a one‐way MANOVA revealed that learning and sense of presence were unaffected by the technology used unless sound was added. Using a tablet with sound lowered the sense of presence. Participants in the VR condition with or without sound had significantly higher enjoyment scores than those in either tablet condition. The development of interest was not significantly affected by any condition, regardless of whether sound was used. The research findings have implications for implementing VR for learning in museum settings. For instance, VR can enhance a sense of presence in museum exhibits, but a sense of presence may be significantly diminished when museum visitors use tablets with sound. Additional recommendations for the use of multimodal VR in museums are provided. Practitioner notesWhat is already known about this topic VR can support an immersive and engaging experience for users. VR is more immersive than tablets. When designed effectively, sound can increase immersion and engagement. When integrated into the visual environment, sound can add authenticity to the learning content. VR can complement museum exhibits as it allows museum visitors to extend their learning experiences. What this paper adds VR enriched with sound can significantly and positively impact sense of presence. Compared with a soundless VR exhibition, VR enriched with sound enhances engagement of museum visitors by drawing their attention to the content of the exhibits. VR with and without sound can support learning and add enjoyment to museum visitor experiences. Implications for practice and/or policy Developers interested in adding sound to VR should ensure that the visual and auditory experiences are directly related to the desired content delivery. Museum exhibit creators and curators should consider the use of VR to provide dynamic learning experiences that increase enjoyment and presence.

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“…In contrast, a study by (Abubakar et al, 2014) on user perception on interactive digital exhibition (IDE) reported that visitors accept the use of IDE and appreciate the aesthetic values of real artefacts. The development continues with enhancing the physical artefacts embedded interactivity on museum exhibition (Ng et al, 2018). In addition to interactivity, most Malaysian visitors used smartphones and (Shah et al, 2019) asserted that it is an excellent platform to enhance visitors' experience and engagement with artefacts on exhibition in the museum for exciting and thrilling experiences.…”

Section: Application Types and Collaborative Tools In Museum Exhibitionmentioning

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The Integration of Digital Storytelling with Information Visualisation on Exhibition Design in Museums: A Primary Inquiry

Rosli¹,

Kamaruddin²,

Isa³

2022

IJARBSS

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Various research have recognised that the museum plays a vital role in opening the path for broader learning experience while expanding knowledge to the general public. Recent technological advances have influenced many museum administrations developed strong interests in integrating cutting-edge technologies in progressing along with the leisure industries. Nevertheless, there are contrasting views between the Malaysian and Western perspectives on the exhibition approaches and for visitors' learning experience. Therefore, it is essential to identify emerging issues on museum exhibition design to integrate digital storytelling with information visualisation. Through adopting a qualitative method and descriptive-exploratory approach, this study revealed a knowledge gap based on literature review over a five-year period. The major contrasting view between the Malaysian and Western perspective is on the effective and meaningful ideas in creating extensive and highly developed future exhibition. Findings from this study can be used to formulate a digital storytelling approach with information visualisation in museum exhibition design.

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Treasure codes: augmenting learning from physical museum exhibits through treasure hunting

Cited by 16 publications

References 34 publications

New technology in Museums: AR and VR video games are coming

New technology in Museums: AR and VR video games are coming

The impact of sound and immersive experience on learners when using virtual reality and tablet: A mixed‐method study

The Integration of Digital Storytelling with Information Visualisation on Exhibition Design in Museums: A Primary Inquiry

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