"Park Planner" was an interactive installation featured in the Smithsonian's "FUTURES" exhibition at the Arts and Industries Building. This engaging experience allowed visitors to design their ideal park by selecting futuristic elements like kinetic energy basketball courts, robot petting zoos, and solar panel arrays. By blending agency with education, "Park Planner" inspired visitors to envision and contribute to greener, more inclusive public spaces.
"Explore the World of Small Through Virtual Reality" is an educational VR experience developed by the Smithsonian Science Education Center. It immerses students in the nanoscale world, teaching them about nanometers and the relative sizes of atoms and molecules. This interactive tool is designed to enhance understanding of the nano-world's significance in science and technology.
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"Sunlight on the National Mall" was an innovative educational project that utilized 360-degree panoramic photographs to illustrate the Sun's apparent daily motion across the sky. This immersive experience allowed students to observe and predict the Sun's patterns during different seasons, enhancing their understanding of daylight variations throughout the year. The project was featured in the National Science Teaching Association's article, "Virtual Sungazing," which detailed its implementation and educational impact.
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"Glider Guide" is an immersive educational simulation developed by the Smithsonian Science Education Center. It allows players to soar above various U.S. terrains, exploring land and water features such as mountains, plains, lakes, oceans, and mesas. The game offers both first-person and top-down views, enhancing the learning experience. Recognized for its educational value, "Glider Guide" is featured on platforms like "California Educators Together" and "ALEX." Additionally, "Parade Magazine" highlighted it as a top educational interactive for children during the COVID-19 quarantine. These endorsements underscore its effectiveness in making geography and earth science engaging for students.
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