TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATIONS IN DISTANCE LEARNING IN AUGMENTED REALITY-BASED OPTICAL COURSES

Abstract

The use of technology can be the best solution in increasing the understanding of abstract eye optic system materials, especially in distance learning at the Open University. The purpose of this study is to describe the need for Augmented Reality (AR) technology in supporting the improvement of the quality of distance learning in eye optic system materials and; describes the initial design of AR technology on the material of the eye optic system. This type of research is descriptive and qualitative. In exploring the initial needs of AR technology, this research involved 18 UT Physics Education study program students. The research instrument includes a questionnaire on students' misconceptions and needs for AR technology in eye optic system materials. The data were analyzed descriptively and qualitatively. The results of the data analysis showed that 90% of students experienced misconceptions about the material of the eye optic system. Further analysis was carried out on several aspects, including as many as 69% of students agreed that the material of the eye optics system could not be studied without visualization media; as many as 67% of students think that the material of the optical system of the eye is complex and challenging to understand. Based on these findings, as many as 81% of students agree and need AR technology to support the improvement of understanding of eye optic system material. Therefore, AR-based learning media developed with unity technology is designed and equipped with visualizations that can help the advancement of student material understanding of the eye optics system material.