Virtual Reality Antarctic Weather Station Repair for Informal STEM Learning
Developed in collaboration with polar science experts, this virtual reality game immerses users in the life of a scientist maintaining weather stations in Antarctica. Designed for the Meta Quest 3, the game challenges players to complete realistic repair tasks reimagined as engaging tactile puzzles. As players tackle these challenges, a virtual assistant provides guidance, not only assisting with gameplay mechanics but also offering valuable insights into the real-world science behind their actions. This interactive experience aims to captivate players aged ten and above, offering a unique blend of education and entertainment. A preview of the experience can be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQpikAcYwek.
Authors
- Sarah Gagnon
- Ross Tredinnick (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0540-9561)
- Kevin Ponto (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4156-9693)
- David Gagnon (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5126-0476)
Institutions
- University of Wisconsin–Madison (US)
- Wisconsin Institutes for Discovery (US)
Publication Details
- Published
- 2025-03-08
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1109/vrw66409.2025.00457
- Primary Topic
- Mobile Learning in Education
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- National Science Foundation