This $597,395 Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) program (CFDA 47.070) supports a research initiative by Stanford University to develop AI-augmented mobile augmented reality (AR) simulations for culturally-relevant science learning in precollege classrooms.
The project aims to create a suite of interactive AR "laboratories" aligned with 9th grade biology curriculum that students can manipulate through voice commands. The AR simulations will incorporate culturally sustaining pedagogy by selecting relevant lessons and incorporating cultural cues. A large language model will be used to interpret student commands and generate custom content. The research will assess science teachers' perceptions, student learning outcomes, and the effectiveness of the AI-enhanced AR experiences compared to traditional lessons. The developed AR laboratories and curriculum will be made available as freeware for science teachers, and the open-source infrastructure will be provided for future researchers to create AI-enhanced AR learning experiences.
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