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Augmented Reality: Getting Started On Aurasma

9/2/2013

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Aurasma is the primary app and web resource that I utilize for getting my students to create their own augmented reality (AR).  For those that do not know, augmented reality is the ability to digitally overlay images or video overtop of a static image or "trigger image."  AR is often jokingly referred to as "QR codes on steroids." After creating an aura using Aurasma, you would then point the iPad camera at the trigger image, which would automatically generate the overlay video or image onto the screen of your device. 

There are some specific things that you need to know before getting started with Aurasma in your classroom:

1) You need an account via Aurasma Studio 

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2) Create a Channel for your classroom/class section through your new Aurasma Studio Account
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3) You will need to sign into your account on each device that you will use in your classroom OR follow your channel to see the auras you create on your studio account (see gallery below for visuals)
4) And probably the most important to know before you begin -- **Auras created on devices via the iOS app are DEVICE SPECIFIC. Auras created on the Studio Account CAN BE VIEWED ON ANY DEVICE FOLLOWING THAT CHANNEL**
4)  UPDATE: Auras created on devices can be viewed immediately on other devices that are signed into the same Aurasma account. However, they cannot be added to a channel for other users to view on their devices. (...yet. Perhaps soon on another update!)

When getting started with Aurasma, it would be prudent to go through these amazing tutorial videos on twoguysandsomeipads.com.  The authors of the site are Drew Minock and Brad Waid, and they are leaders in the field of augmented reality in education.  There is also a fantastic compilation on their site of "Meaningful Integration of AR in Education," co-authored by several educators, myself included, that hosts some amazing ideas of integrating augmented reality into the classroom. 

Happy augmenting of reality! Thanks for reading!
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This post will be available for future reference in the "Augmented Reality" section of my website. 
5 Comments
Jeanne Anderson
9/2/2013 07:28:28 am

I had to laugh when I saw the Search screenshot. That's me (or rather, my tortoise) on Ms. Anderson's WBL Channel with 0 auras. I created a Studio Account at home and then tried to add auras at school with an iPad without success. Thanks for clearing up my confusion!

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Victoria Olson
9/2/2013 11:35:22 pm

Too funny, Jeanne! Glad my post helped you out a bit!

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Peter Cincotta
9/15/2013 10:50:24 am

Thank you Victoria. I learn so much from your tweets and blog posts. I want you to know that your efforts to share what you know is very much appreciated.

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Victoria Olson
9/15/2013 03:06:52 pm

Thank you for the kind words, Peter! I'm glad my resources can be so helpful for you. :)

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vicky link
8/18/2016 12:38:21 am

Aurasma is the primary app and web resource that I utilize for getting my students to create their own augmented reality

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