Comparing Authoring Workflows and Learning Paths in Web & Mixed Reality Environments

Abstract

With recent developments in information technology, we can realize learning experiences on the Web and in mixed reality. Many disciplines have profited from this, e.g. anatomy with the possibility to learn with 3D models in both environments. However, designing authoring workflows and learning paths can be different in these environments as the transfer of design ideas can affect the quality of the learning experiences. In this paper, we juxtapose a Web application and a mixed reality application of the same anatomy course. We highlight where differences need to be considered and which modules can be used in both environments, e.g. authentication and gamification. With the practical knowledge presented here, the design of learning experiences on the Web and in mixed reality can be enhanced. To support this, all code is available as open-source software on GitHub.