Ideas on How to Incorporate Augmented Reality in Your Classroom...

Ideas on How to Incorporate Augmented Reality in Your Classroom...

Augmented reality is quickly becoming recognized as an engage tool to use in the classroom. However, as we often see with new ed tech, it’s not just a matter of having the tools available and knowing how to work the devices involved. It’s about knowing how a this tool can actually enrich the learning experience, and where, when and how to include it.

Feel free to reach out to me if you need help incorporating augmented reality in your lessons.  You can contact me via Twitter - @katieann_76 or my website - www.katieannwilson.com.




Augmented reality can be used to:

  • Include audio or video description of printed instructions, for learners who process better when something is read aloud or demonstrated visually.  Some kids just do better if they see or hear the instructions.
  • Use augmented activities for differentiated instruction, reinforcement, & or enhancement. 
  • Link lessons to 3D models or 360 environments of real places being read about in basic text or stories.
  • Present 3D models or images of artwork in visual art class.  Bring the Smithsonian Institution, the Le Louvre, or even the Acropolis Museum to your students.
  • Work in audio and or video clips of music on worksheets in a music class or to help kids learn a play.
  • Provide hints, tips for quizzes or a interactive review before a quiz.
  • Send home video or pictures of student presentations in class or school newsletters.
  • Bring science lessons to life with 3D models of chemical bonds, cell structure, or planetary orbits.  Let the kids hold the universe in their hands.
  • Bring history to life with 3D models or video clips about important buildings and landmarks or even a 360 environment.  Let kids walk around inside a pyramid.
  • Send surprise messages or encouragement to students to remind them that they matter. Each student could have their own AR trigger and the content can be changed to customize verbal or video feedback.

Join the Augmented Reality for Education community.  With in the community you can find augmented lessons, resources, and even ask for help.  We also have a weekly Google Hangout every Wed. at 7pm central where you can join in, ask questions, and get ideas.  On the 2nd & 4th Thur. of every month we have a Twitter Chat #AR4Learning where you can join in on the conversation. 





Bringing Augmented Reality to Your School in a SNAP via PledgeCents...

Bringing Augmented Reality to Your School in a SNAP via PledgeCents...


****UPDATE****

Launch a cause for at least $800 by (8/14) & PledgeCents will match the first $100!



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It is back to school for a lot of teachers this week and I know how busy and hectic it can get.  So I'm going to lend you a hand, and all you will have to do is copy & paste.  You can also use any of these images to help promote your cause.

1st Step:
Go to https://www.pledgecents.com and create your account.
My referral code is: kwilson328

2nd Step:
Start a Cause

Possible Names for your Cause: (Fill Free to COPY & PASTE)
  • Help Bring My Class to Life with Augmented Reality!
  • Help Me Bring my classroom to the Future!
  • Looking to infuse STEM Stations in my classroom
  • Make a difference in a child’s learning, give them the tools they need for success!

Pick a Description: 

Choice 1:
My Name is ( Name) and I am a (Position) at (School). Our students must meet higher standards and meet the challenging demand of technology. We also must engage them with challenging rigorous work in an interactive environment. My Class is looking to provide this with: (Choose which options you would like)


Choice 2
As our students grow we also see that the educational needs and systems change. To meet this demand, we offer the tool that will take them to the next level of engagement as well as raise their academic levels: Augmented reality technology infused content that is printable from any printer. Content that can be infused to any lesson or curriculum that differentiate strategies and concepts to the level of the student.  My name is (Name) and I am (Position) at (School). Please help me bring the tools necessary to grow them with (choose options)



Pick the Tools You Need: Prices are included
I've even included some implantation days.  I don't want you to get too overwhelmed once your cause is funded. I could come in or one of the AugThat's Ambassadors and help get you started on the right foot in using augmented curriculum. 

Options: Pick want you need (reach for the stars) and remember there are matching opportunities. 
  • 4 iPad Minis, 4 iPad Mini Cases, AugThat's 360° Environment Triggers, AugThat's 3D Triggers, AugThat's 360° Environment Triggers, AugThat's 3D Triggers, Class Level of Animated Lessons, Flash Cards, Reinforcement stickers and Activity sheets, and 1 day implementation/ professional development. - $7,000.00
  • 2 iPad Minis, 2 iPad Mini Cases, AugThat's 360° Environment Triggers, AugThat's 3D Triggers, AugThat's 360° Environment Triggers, AugThat's 3D Triggers, Class Level of Animated Lessons, Flash Cards, Reinforcement stickers and Activity sheets, and 1 day implementation/ professional development. - $6,000.00
  • AugThat's 360° Environment Triggers, AugThat's 3D Triggers, AugThat's 360° Environment Triggers, AugThat's 3D Triggers, Class Level of Animated Lessons, Flash Cards, Reinforcement stickers and Activity sheets, and 1 day implementation/ professional development. - $5,000.00
  • AugThat's 360° Environment Triggers, AugThat's 3D Triggers, Full Site License of each grade level of Animated Lessons, Flash Cards, Reinforcement stickers and Activity sheets - $4,000.00
  • 2 Day Onsite Professional Development - $4,750.00
  • Class set of AugThat's 360° Environment Triggers - $450.00
  • Class set of AugThat's 3D Triggers - $450.00
  • Class set of AugThat's 360° Environment Triggers - $450.00
  • School Connect- allow teachers and students to create their own augmented reality experience - $12.00 per student

AugThat is an Educational Technology company that not only immerses students into learning but makes lessons come to life. Through the use of advanced technology – Augmented Reality, we create a learning environment that will not only change the way a student views learning but will provide them with the skills to understand any curriculum presented.

You will want to include images and or video so here are a few to help you out.

Videos:
https://youtu.be/yp5AJeJ4QLo

Feel free to use any of the pictures for your cause.  If you need any more help please feel free to reach out to me, the team from PledgeCents, and or from AugThat.



Once you launch your cause make sure you let me know so I can help promote your cause and get it funded.  My Twitter id is @katieann_76.



Together we can bring Augmented Reality to your classroom!





Together We Can Bring Augmented Reality to Your Classroom ....

Together We Can Bring Augmented Reality to Your Classroom

**** Update **** 

For every dollar raised through PledgeCents to purchase AugThat's augmented content, AugThat will match the dollar amount towards the purchase! #ar4learning -  

Please contact AugThat and PledgeCents for more details.  Together we can bring augmented reality to your classroom!

www.AugThat.com
www.PledgeCent.com

Bring Augmented Reality to Your Class with the Help of PledgeCents....

Bring Augmented Reality to Your Class with the Help of PledgeCents....

I've been sharing with teachers from all over how the power of augmented reality can transform learning.  In order to help teachers seize this power I set out on a quest to find ways I could help them obtain augmented content/curriculum for their classroom and my search led me to PledgeCents.  Similar to DonorsChoose, PledgeCents is a type of crowdfunding that has come up with an innovated solution to help teachers obtain the needed funds to bring tools, supplies, & resources such as augmented reality content/curriculum to their students.  They can even help with obtaining funds to send teachers to conferences such as ISTE.

Harnessing the power of social media PledgeCents is connecting teachers' causes with global supporters. Their only goal is to provide better education for children all over the world. PledgeCents is focused on providing an alternative means of school fundraising that goes beyond the limitations of conventional fundraising methods, and is investing in teachers and schools.  They are made up of a team of advocates who have a passion for making a difference in a life of a student.

The need of teachers come in all sizes such as obtaining augmented content, iPads, school supplies, and etc... They will help teachers with their causes through matching opportunities, helping find global supporters, and sharing via social media. One of the matching opportunities is through Facebook Likes and sharing. For example for every Facebook like pledges a $1 towards the cause. They will help you with your cause to make it a successful one. What I really like about PledgeCents is that even if the teacher doesn't reach their goal for their cause the teacher will still receive what the cause raised. They get to keep what they raised no matter what! There is no list of approved items the teacher has to pick from for their cause, they receive the funds to get what they need. PledgeCents believes that teachers know best on the items that they need and where best to get what they need.

When it comes to setting up your cause they do have some very helpful tips, visit their 7 Steps to Success page.  Make sure you include pictures and video clips on your cause page.  This really does help make your cause real to supporters. Be creative, give lots of details about your cause, and come up with a very catchy name for your cause.  If you need a 360° trigger for your cause page feel free to contact me and I can set you up with one. Show supporters how you are bringing learning to life as well as bringing the world to your students through augmented reality.  I can envision causes with titles such as Bringing Learning to Life, Seeing a Different Kind of Reality, iOpen the World, and etc...

Augmented Reality Causes Ideas:


  • 4 iPad Minis, 4 iPad Mini Cases, & AugThat's 360° Environment Triggers, AugThat's 3D Triggers, & Your Class Level of Animated Lessons
  • 2 iPad Minis, 2 iPad Minis Cases, & AugThat's Interactive Kindergarten Flashcards by Katie Ann, & AugThat's Virtual Field Trips
  • A School Site Lessons for all of AugThat's Content & a Teach Connect account for all Teachers
What ever your Augmented Reality Cause by PledgeCents may be AugThat's sales team would love to help put Augmented Reality Curriculum together to fit your students' needs.  

AugThat would also like to help you reach your goal and get AR in your classroom, so any cause that includes augmented content from AugThat your school will receive a Free Pipeline account.  The Pipeline is when you add augmented content to your school's logo or mascot.  The augmented content can be the school's website, calendar, an intro video about the school, a message from the principal and etc... The school can change the augmented content monthly if needed.  AugThat would also like to give 100 3D augmented objects as well to help grow your augmented content library.  If you tell AugThat I sent you as well you will also receive a DISCOUNT! I am also working on getting teachers other types of augmented content, so stay tuned I hope I can help grow your augmented library even more. 


Here are some examples of causes by PledgeCents:


For back to school PledgeCents is having a competition a #SchoolSupplied competition. The top 3 schools that participate in this competition will receive school supplies.  The winners will pick from a listed of basic school supplies and PledgeCents will deliver them.  This is a win ... win situation.  Teachers submit a cause share it out via social media and earn points towards the #SchoolSupplied Competition. The school then could win up to $1000 worth of much needed school supplies. Below are more details about the competition and how to earn points.

When you set up your account for PledgeCents please enter my referral code kwilson328 so that they know I sent you.  The competition ends Sept. 30th so get busy and start creating a cause.  When you share your cause make sure you use the hashtag #SchoolSupplied then tag me @katieann_76 so I can help promote your cause and get it funded as well as getting you points for the competition.  The more we all share the better your cause will reach its goal.  Oh and I almost forgot if your cause goes beyond your goal you get all you raised.  Together we can make a difference and because every cent does counts!

#SchoolSupplied Competition:

Top 3 schools with the most points between Aug 3rd – Sept 30th will win #SchoolSupplied Prizes.
  • 1st Place = $1,000 worth of school supplies 
  • 2nd Place = $750 worth of school supplies 
  • 3rd Place = $500 worth school supplies 

The winning schools will get to choose their school supplies upon completion of the contest.

You earn points by:

  • Dollar Raised: 5 points
  • Facebook Share: 10 points
  • Cause Created: 20 points
  • Every $500 Raised by your school (BONUS): 200 points
  • Reach Your Goal: 100 points

More details/FAQ about the competition please visit - https//www.pledgecents.com/schoolsupplied