Final project step 1: Immersive Libraries and Museums

In the article that we read on jied.org it described the mission statement of The Libraries and Museum Technology Working Group, which is is also known as (LIB.TWG). The mission of this group is to maintain and continue the development of the applications that involve library and museum services which are affiliated with immersive education.


LIB.TWG suggests that Immersive Education libraries and museums are essential to the evolution of education. Physical libraries and museums compliment education by providing resources and a cultural experience, however they are limited. Immersive libraries and museums can be used to enrich and personalize the educational experience. In regards to libraries, communications can be more efficient through virtual reality visits and consultations. In regards to museums, the use of virtual gaming can enhance the education and representation of artifacts.

These online resources can help connect and educate people that do not have the resources to do so and the possibilities are endless. For example schools that don't have the funding for a trip to the museum can use an online version of a museum and have the same and even better learning experience. Another example of an application for immersive education is the immersive education study room. This application creates a shared education experience with other students through learning simulators. Allowing easy access to information, other students, and access to collaborative simulations.

This kind of application can be used by younger students, making learning more interesting and fun. It can also be used by college students to make group projects easier to complete by not having to meet up and work around hectic college schedules. These technologies are helpful by improving communications and making it easy to update new information.

I think that the idea of using immersive libraries and museums in education is a great way to enhance the learning experience. Learning in a virtual setting can make learning easier and more fun. However I don't think that virtual libraries should be completely relied on just yet. If the applications do not function properly they can greatly interfere with the learning process and possibly making it frustrating for the students and teachers.

Source: Immersive Education Libraries and Museums Technology Working Group
Link: Jied.org

This is a part of my Final Project: Immersive Libraries and Museums. It is a final exercise from the Immersive Education course that I am taking at Boston College. The course is called Discovering Computer Graphics. For details, visit the immersive BC portal at http://immersiveeducation.org/@/bc