A Study of the Impact of 3D Haptic-augmented Learning Tools on Dynamics Course

工程-其他（59）该项目的重点是通过使用3D触觉增强虚拟环境来创建用于动态课程的创新学习材料和工具，从而显着提高对系统动力学概念的理解。该项目的目标包括：1）研究使用3D触觉增强虚拟环境来补充基础工程课程教学的有效性; 2）研究学生在学习工程动力学课程中提出的许多抽象概念时遇到的各种困难;以及3）提高教师在使用各种教学策略和工具方面的专业知识，这些策略和工具可以增强工程课程教学。 来自不同工程学科的学生都受益于这一新的课程增强。

Engineering - Other (59)This project focuses on significantly improving the understanding of system dynamics concepts through using a 3D haptic-augmented virtual environment to create innovative learning materials and tools for use in the Dynamics course. The targeted goals of the project include: 1) researching the efficacy of using 3D haptic augmented virtual environments to supplement instruction in fundamental engineering courses; 2) researching the various difficulties encountered by students when learning the many abstract concepts presented in an engineering dynamics course; and 3) improving faculty expertise in using various teaching strategies and tools that may enhance engineering course instruction. Students from various engineering disciplines are benefiting from this new curriculum enhancement.