Learn more about 3D in Education
In this groundbreaking study, the American Optometric Association endorses 3D, in particular active 3D, as an invaluable educational aide. They also recommend 3D technology as a diagnostic tool for underlying vision disorders. Because viewing 3D effectively requires both eyes to be working in perfect unison, students who experience difficulties viewing 3D material often times have an underlying problem that might not have been noticed. Since undiagnosed vision problems can effect students ability to to participate in class, the AOA highly recommends 3D for not only it’s proven engagement and academic merits but for it’s proven health benefits as well.
In this illuminating study by Dr. Anne Bamford of the international research agency, the dramatic retention and academic gains resulting from 3D teaching are presented along with an overview of 3D educational practices.
Writing in The 3D in Education White Paper, Professor Bamford said: ‘The marked improvement in test scores was also supported by qualitative data that showed that 100 per cent of teachers agreed or strongly agreed that 3D animations in the classroom made the children understand things better and 100 per cent of teachers agreed or strongly agreed that the pupils discovered new things in 3D learning that they did not know before.
“86% of pupils improved from the pre-test to the post-test in the 3D classes, compared to only 52% who improved in the 2D classes. Within the individuals who improved, the rate of improvement was also much greater in the classes with the 3D. Individuals improved test scores by an average of 17% in the 3D classes, compared to only an 8% improvement in the 2D classes between pre-test and post-test.”
