Virtual Reality (VR) represents an emerging class of spatial computing technology reliant
upon the capture and processing of data about the user (such as their body and its interface …

Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies have been used in informal
science institutions such as science centres, science museums, zoos, botanical gardens …

Good mental and physical health go hand-in-hand when identifying factors that lead people
to experience a better overall quality of life. A growing disconnect to the natural world is …

Virtual reality (VR) is an emerging technology with the potential to extract significantly more
data about learners and the learning process. In this article, we present an analysis of how …

Simple Summary Many zoos offer close-encounter experiences, and visitors frequently
share photographs from these experiences online. This study measured the effects that …

Today, learning environments (LEs) are proceeding towards virtual environments (VEs) in
which a sense of reality can be presented in three dimensions (3D) and a sense of inclusion …

Interactions with wildlife can contribute to biodiversity conservation outcomes, though safety
and accessibility considerations limit animal encounters from being a viable strategy. This …

Virtual Reality (VR) is now a popular tool in education and for engagement with the natural
world, but to date little research has investigated its potential in a zoo setting. We aimed to …

This article examines discourses about mixed reality as a data-rich sensing technology–
specifically, engaging with discourses of time as framed by developers, engineers and in …

Zoos and aquariums are culturally and historically important places where families enjoy
their leisure time and scientists study exotic animals. Many contain buildings of great …