These resources from the library are designed to help you explore and learn more about using and understanding Augmented Reality (AR). 

Staff Support 

The VR Lab is the go-to place on campus for support with Extended Realities (XR) technology, including AR. The best way to begin is to explore the webpage.

Our Immersive Technologies Specialist is available to provide an introduction to any of the concepts, hardware and software that you may need some help with, plus to troubleshoot or just chat about what’s possible in this area! Schedule an appointment with them. 

Consultations, curricular integration and class visits are also available. To request, please connect with us. 

Selected Readings

Below are some suggested articles about AR in education, as well as selections from the library collection. To search yourself visit library.mtroyal.ca or try one of our databases.

• Augmented Reality for Developers: Build practical augmented reality applications with Unity, ARCore, ARKit, and Vuforia Linowes, J., & Babilinski, K. (2017). Augmented reality for developers : build practical augmented reality applications with Unity, ARCore, ARKit, and Vuforia . Packt.
• Understanding Augmented Reality: Concepts and Applications Ramirez, M. (2016). Virtual reality for beginners! : how to understand, use & create with VR (1st edition). publisher not identified.
• How Elearning Practitioners can Find Value in Augmented and Virtual Reality Technology: Book Review: Practical Augmented Reality: A Guide to the Technologies, Applications and Human Factors for AR and VR Kuksa, I. (2015). Making sense of space : the design and experience of virtual spaces as a tool for communication . Chandos Publishing.
• Augmented Reality in Education: Current Technologies and the Potential for Education Kesim, M., & Ozarslan, Y. (2012). Augmented Reality in Education: Current Technologies and the Potential for Education. Procedia, Social and Behavioral Sciences, 47, 297–302. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sbspro.2012.06.654
• What is Augmented Reality? 

Curated Experiences

Below are some suggestions for exploring AR applications. 

• DeciphAR
• IKEA Kreativ
• Pokemon Go
• Warby Parker - try before you buy 

Workshops

The library offers many free workshops to help support the campus community with concepts and technologies in XR, including AR. To find out when programming is being offered check the Library Programming Calendar. 

• Beginner's Guide to Augmented Reality
• XR Toolkit Series: Creating Augmented Reality Experiences with Adobe Aero
• What is the difference between VR and AR?