Virtual Reality and Spatial Augmented Reality for Social Inclusion: The “Includiamoci” Project

Luca, Valerio De; Gatto, Carola; Liaci, Silvia; Corchia, Laura; Chiarello, Sofia; Faggiano, Federica; Sumerano, Giada; Paolis, Lucio Tommaso De

doi:10.3390/info14010038

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“…Our ability to perceive, mentally represent, manipulate a spatial environment and navigate through it is greatly impacted by visuospatial perception (Henry and Furness 1993). Visual perception also plays a role in the ability to grasp objects in our visual eld and the ability to shift our gaze to different places in space (Bartlett & Dorribo Camba, 2023;De Luca et al, 2023;Guo et al, 2016a;He et al, 2019). According to studies, the association areas of the visual cortex are divided into two major component pathways: parieto-occipital regions to process information regarding both visual motion and spatial orientation in humans and inferotemporal region to process visual information about the form and color of objects (Kim et al, 1997;Kolb & Whishaw, 2009).…”

Section: Spatial Perception and Landmarksmentioning

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The impact of visuospatial cues on human spatial perception abilities

Salehi,

Pariafsai,

Dixit

2024

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In this study, we conducted spatial perception tests, including distance perception (DP) and size perception (SP) tests, under various experimental conditions to investigate their effects on response accuracy and response time. Participants were divided into a control group (CG), Experimental group 1 (EG1), and Experimental group 2 (EG2). Significant differences were observed between CG and EG1, as well as between EG1 and EG2, with CG and EG2 showing higher response accuracy compared to EG1. Response time differences were also significant among the three groups. Further analysis revealed no significant difference in DP test accuracy means, indicating that limited or no availability of landmarks did not impact participants' distance perception. However, SP test accuracy showed a significant difference, suggesting that the presence or absence of landmarks influenced participants' ability to perceive size. Pairwise comparisons indicated that SP responses in CG and EG2 were more accurate than in EG1. Response time analysis showed a significant difference in SP test response time between EG1 and EG2, with EG1 having longer response times. Gender analysis in EG1 revealed that males performed more accurately than females in this test condition. Demographic factors such as age and gamer/non-gamer status did not significantly influence participants' response accuracy. Participants' performance on DP and SP tests revealed consistent overestimation of distance in the sagittal plane and underestimation in the frontal plane. SP test results indicated that most participants overestimated the height of the cube and underestimated its depth, with no significant gender or gamer/non-gamer differences. This study contributes valuable insights into the impact of experimental conditions on spatial perception, emphasizing the importance of considering these factors in designing tasks or interventions requiring spatial perception. The findings have implications for fields such as cognitive psychology, human-computer interaction, and virtual reality design.

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Section: Spatial Perception and Landmarksmentioning

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The impact of visuospatial cues on human spatial perception abilities

Salehi,

Pariafsai,

Dixit

2024

Preprint

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“…VR has revolutionized the art world by introducing immersive virtual art galleries, surpassing conventional art galleries' constraints [23]. Within these virtual spaces, artists and curators are liberated from the limitations of physical boundaries and spatial constraints, allowing for the development of vast and dynamic display settings.…”

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Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality in Artistic Expression: A Comprehensive Study of Innovative Technologies

Wang,

Zhang,

et al. 2024

IJACSA

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Over the last decade, Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) have gained popularity across various industries, particularly the arts, thanks to technological advances and inexpensive hardware and software availability. These technologies have redefined the boundaries of creativity and immersive experiences in artistic expression. This paper explores the dynamic interface between AR, VR, and the diverse Information Technology (IT) landscape. In this context, AR augments the physical world with digital overlays, while VR places users in fully simulated environments. This paper discusses these technologies in detail, including their basic concepts and hardware and software components. This survey examines how AR and VR can positively impact artistic fields such as virtual art galleries, augmented public installations, and innovative theatrical performances. We discuss limitations in hardware, software development, user experience, and ethical considerations. Further, we emphasize collaboration possibilities, accessibility, and inclusivity to probe AR and VR's profound impact on artistic creativity. The paper illustrates the transformative power of these technologies through case studies and noteworthy projects. Finally, future trends are outlined, highlighting advancements, emerging artistic forms, and social and cultural implications.

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“…It is possible due to the fast feedback to learn [84]. For example, students can visit a virtual museum [85][86][87], explore a historical site [88], or experience a simulated laboratory experiment [89]. This allows students to gain a deeper understanding of the subject matter and to develop their critical thinking and problemsolving skills.…”

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The Influence of Emerging Technologies on Distance Education

et al. 2023

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Recently, during the COVID-19 pandemic, distance education became mainstream. Many students were not prepared for this situation—they lacked equipment or were not even connected to the Internet. Schools and government institutions had to react quickly to allow students to learn remotely. They had to provide students with equipment (e.g., computers, tablets, and goggles) but also provide them with access to the Internet and other necessary tools. On the other hand, teachers were trying to adopt new technologies in the teaching process to enable more interactivity, mitigate feelings of isolation and disconnection, and enhance student engagement. New technologies, including Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Mixed Reality (MR), Extended Reality (XR, so-called Metaverse), Big Data, Blockchain, and Free Space Optics (FSO) changed learning, teaching, and assessing. Despite that, some tools were implemented fast, and the COVID-19 pandemic was the trigger for this process; most of these technologies will be used further, even in classroom teaching in both schools and universities. This paper presents a concise review of the emerging technologies applied in distance education. The main emphasis was placed on their influence on the efficiency of the learning process and their psychological impact on users. It turned out that both students and teachers were satisfied with remote learning, while in the case of undergraduate children and high-school students, parents very often expressed their dissatisfaction. The limitation of the availability of remote learning is related to access to stable Internet and computer equipment, which turned out to be a rarity. In the current social context, the obtained results provided valuable insights into factors affecting the acceptance and emerging technologies applied in distance education. Finally, this paper suggests a research direction for the development of effective remote learning techniques.

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Virtual Reality and Spatial Augmented Reality for Social Inclusion: The “Includiamoci” Project

Cited by 16 publications

References 27 publications

The impact of visuospatial cues on human spatial perception abilities

The impact of visuospatial cues on human spatial perception abilities

Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality in Artistic Expression: A Comprehensive Study of Innovative Technologies

The Influence of Emerging Technologies on Distance Education

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