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Arts & Communication Augmented reality in mathematics education

Table 10. Arts in mathematics education through AR
References Architecture Arts Culture History Technologies Learning skills Educational environment
33     AR, GeoGebra 2D/3D, 3D Modeling, visualization, Indoor museums
printing understanding
35     AR, 3D printing Modeling, problem-solving, Indoor classroom
creative thinking, visualization
34  -   AR/VR, GeoGebra 2D/3D, Modeling, problem-solving, Indoor classroom, outdoors,
3D printing/scanning, critical thinking, visualization, online, museums
origami, 4D frames understanding
18   - - AR, GeoGebra 2D/3D Engagement, understanding, Outdoor educational
immersive outdoor learning, settings
automated reasoning

topics such as geometry. A notable application was 3.2. Challenges of employing AR technology in
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modeling, in which students could create virtual 3D mathematics education
objects on real-world surfaces. They could measure and Although AR offered numerous benefits to mathematics
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label objects to determine their real values, facilitating education, its implementation presented several challenges.
learning such as calculating the volume of a prism. Another Technical constraints, such as the reliability and accessibility
application was geometry, particularly in developing of the AR technology, presented significant obstacles for
spatial abilities and recognizing the properties of different educators. Researchers delineated various limitations
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shapes. AR applications facilitated the visualization of of educational AR applications, encompassing usability
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abstract mathematical concepts, aiding in the development issues, student distraction, and technical hurdles. 19,23-25,28,29,31
of geometric thinking. Moreover, they allowed students While some technical issues can be resolved with time,
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to examine geometric bodies and their properties in these investigations demonstrated that challenges
detail, aiding the development of spatial skills. Educators such as inadequate teacher training and lacking social
designed AR-based learning environments using mobile acceptance persist, hindering the widespread adoption
applications, tabletop systems, and AR-enhanced field and effectiveness of AR in education and society. To
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trips to provide students with interactive and immersive overcome these challenges, comprehensive teacher training
learning experiences. is paramount, which would enable educators to effectively
Moreover, AR applications were found to enhance integrate AR into their teaching practices while addressing
the learning process, motivation, and efficiency. These the associated usability concerns and practical limitations.
applications improved student performance and increased The slow diffusion of AR technology in educational settings
motivation by enabling new learning experiences, saving emphasizes the necessity for heightened awareness and
time, enhancing lab skills and attitudes, and fostering acceptance among educators and stakeholders. 16
critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication
skills. 9-11 Students demonstrated improved comprehension 3.3. Combining AR technology and mathematics
and academic performance in mathematics due to the with the arts
enhanced visualization of mathematical concepts and The traditional education system often imposes rigid
real-world applications afforded by AR technology. boundaries between the arts and the sciences, hindering
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Furthermore, students who engaged in AR-enhanced holistic development. However, historical figures such as
learning experiences developed their socioemotional Leonardo Da Vinci have proved the value of integrating the
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skills and cognitive abilities. AR-enhanced field trips arts and sciences for innovative problem-solving. “Active
to museums, architectural sites, or natural landmarks learning,” which blends STEM subjects with the arts, offers
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provided students with interactive learning experiences and a more engaging educational approach. Aligning with
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additional information. In addition, the incorporation of the STEAM framework, the combination of AR with arts
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game elements and challenges into mathematics education and culture in mathematics education promotes holistic
using AR was shown to increase student engagement learning and nurtures student creativity. 47,48 Assignments
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and enjoyment. Increased motivation and engagement that integrate works of art or architectural monuments
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were overall the most striking changes, as students found with mathematical concepts reinforce the interdisciplinary
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AR-based activities more engaging and enjoyable than nature of education. By infusing the arts into STEM
traditional instructional methods. 4,44 subjects, AR technology enhances collaboration and
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