An Idea to Explore: Use of Augmented Reality for Teaching Three-Dimensional Biomolecular Structures

Autor/inn/en	Peterson, Celeste N.; Tavana, Sara Z.; Akinleye, Olukemi P.; Johnson, Walter H.; Berkmen, Melanie B.
Titel	An Idea to Explore: Use of Augmented Reality for Teaching Three-Dimensional Biomolecular Structures
Quelle	In: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Education, 48 (2020) 3, S.276-282 (7 Seiten)Infoseite zur Zeitschrift PDF als Volltext Verfügbarkeit
Zusatzinformation	ORCID (Peterson, Celeste N.) ORCID (Berkmen, Melanie B.)
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz
ISSN	1470-8175
DOI	10.1002/bmb.21341
Schlagwörter	Teaching Methods; Molecular Structure; Computer Software; Biochemistry; Biology; Genetics; Visualization; Computer Simulation; Learning Processes; Scientific Concepts; Science Instruction; Student Attitudes; Computer Peripherals + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Teaching method; Lehrmethode; Unterrichtsmethode; Biochemie; Biologie; Humangenetik; Visualisation; Visualisierung; Computergrafik; Computersimulation; Learning process; Lernprozess; Teaching of science; Science education; Natural sciences Lessons; Naturwissenschaftlicher Unterricht; Schülerverhalten
Abstract	Biology and biochemistry students must learn to visualize and comprehend the complex three-dimensional (3D) structures of macromolecules such as proteins or DNA. However, most tools available for teaching biomolecular structures typically operate in two dimensions. Here, we present protocols and pedagogical approaches for using immersive augmented reality (AR) visors, specifically the Microsoft HoloLens, to reinforce learning with large scale 3D holographic structures. We developed a novel workflow to render vividly colored custom biomolecules in AR visors. In addition, we developed AR exercises to review concepts relevant to protein or DNA structure and then implemented the exercises in four different biology and biochemistry courses. Surveys showed that students reported greater interest in biomolecular structures after the exercise. We also highlight some of the advantages and disadvantages of the software and hardware of this upcoming technology. (As Provided).
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Update	2024/1/01