The project was selected from 270 entries as the grand prize winner of the “OTP Fáy Education Innovation Award 2024” hosted by the largest bank in Hungary.
BuildUp is a VR learning platform. The software is designed to teach and demonstrate different topics of 3D geometry in a VR environment, where the user can enter this learning space and interact with most of the elements. The environment itself is a tower under construction, with teaching material, animations and exercises related to a topic on each level. As these are completed, new levels appear. This ‘building’ inspired the name of the project.
Unlike traditional educational software where the user sees the content on a 2D display, our app allows the user to actually experience 3D spatial geometry demonstrations using VR glasses. Comprehension is aided by interactive animations and exercises that include both spatial diagrams, formulas and accompanying narration. This way, anyone, anywhere can immerse themselves in the lessons at their own pace.
As a new technology in itself, VR can also be attractive to younger generations. At the same time, we have put a lot of emphasis on keeping the user motivated within the software. Topics are progressively more difficult, so even those who have never studied spatial geometry can try more advanced topics after completing the lower levels once they reach the top of the tower. The system also includes a tutorial so that users with little or no VR experience can quickly learn and practice using it. The software also provides feedback on other levels, telling the learner where they are and where to go next. There are also more playful exercises linked to the topics.
Our system can be extended with new modules and topics.
Contact
Developer: Botond Rendes – botond[dot][email protected]