Utilization of mobile augmented reality in a course content: An impact study

• Main Authors: AL-Amri, Saud, Hamid, Suraya, Noor, Nurul Fazmidar Mohd, Gani, Abdullah
• Format: Article
• Published: 2023
• Subjects: QA75 Electronic computers. Computer science; QA76 Computer software; T Technology (General)
• Online Access: http://eprints.um.edu.my/38927/

With the rapid evolution of interactive technology, the popularity of mobile augmented reality (MAR) as a learning aid has continued to grow. However, several studies have revealed that research on the impact of AR in the educational domain is both insufficient and in an early phase. More studies are required to evaluate the effectiveness of utilizing MAR in this domain. The purpose of this study was to measure the effect of a mobile training course designed using MAR on trainees' motivation. We reviewed the associated concepts, highlighted the importance and effectiveness of MAR and explained the benefits and challenges of employing MAR in the educational domain. This study drew on John Keller's motivational model components and emphasized the significance of intrinsic motivation. We used a quantitative approach and designed a mobile training course that uses MAR to train government employees in Oman. A total of 32 employees were randomly divided into an experimental group and a control group. The experiment