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WebAR in education – this is one of the most hyped subject around the internet. AR's early years were filled with whimsical applications like interactive fairytales for children. While this is cool and good for the children (and business wise), the real potential of AR in education is often untouched.
This is an untapped potential worth millions of dollars, its potential for revolutionizing serious fields such as medicine and engineering is becoming increasingly apparent. The integration of web augmented reality, specifically, holds immense promise in advancing these domains by providing immersive, interactive, and accessible learning experiences.
Why WebAR is more apt for higher education?
In the realm of higher education, the integration of web augmented reality offers transformative benefits. One of the most significant advantages is the ability to provide students with immersive learning experiences that go beyond traditional textbooks and lectures. Learning complex subjects like medical, engineering or related to STEM can enhance the quality of education while yielding higher quality professionals who can serve the society better.
WebAR in Medical education
In medical study, the integration of web augmented reality offers transformative benefits. One of the most significant advantages is the ability to provide students with immersive learning experiences that go beyond traditional textbooks and lectures.
With WebAR, medical students can explore highly detailed 3D models of the human body, allowing them to anatomy, visualize organs, systems, and structures with unprecedented clarity. By interacting with these virtual models, students can gain a deeper understanding of anatomy, physiology, pathology and complex medical devices, leading to more effective learning outcomes and being better doctors.
WebAR in Engineering study
In the field of engineering, WebAR holds the promise of revolutionizing the way students learn and apply complex concepts. Engineering students can explore and manipulate virtual models of intricate machinery, bridges, buildings, and other structures, gaining hands-on experience in a digital environment.
This can be particularly beneficial for fields such as civil engineering, where students can simulate the effects of different forces on structures, test materials virtually, and design more resilient and efficient infrastructure.
WebAR in science and research
While I was doing M.Sc in Bioinformatics and Biophysics, back in 2008, molecular biology was a major portion of my curriculum. A major problem I faced is to understand complex protein molecular structures in 3D just by looking at their 2D images. Virtual simulations helped but digital tech was not much advanced then.
Researchers can use webAR to visualize complex biological processes, such as the interactions between complex proteins or the progression of diseases within the body. By creating immersive 3D models, researchers can gain new insights into these processes and develop innovative treatments and therapies.
The business model to build revenue source
Higher studies book publications can adopt WebAR easily. Often this means adding a small QR code, next to an image in the printed books. For digital contents and ebooks, adding QR/button could do the trick too. With WebAR, publishers do not need to spend, promote or depend on specifica apps which may or may not be compatible to most smart devices.
Collaborating with such a publication house could be a big potential business opportunity. Big publication houses release thousands to millions of copies of study materials and books each year. Working as a WebAR vendor for them can help you to build a six figure business easily. All you need to do is to manage limited number of AR campaigns for the books and ensure they run 24/7.