Augmented Reality for Teaching Cell Materials in Biology for Undergraduate Students

Abstract

Technological advances in Biology are needed to visualize cell material that cannot be seen with the direct five senses. The aims of this study include: (1) Identifying problems in learning cell material for students. (2) Explaining learning media in cell material in Biology. (3) Describe the benefits of augmented reality in Biology learning for students. The research method uses a qualitative method with a grounded theory . Data collection techniques using questionnaires, observations, and interviews. The results of the study include: (1) Problems in learning cell material including activeness in discussion is not good and the material needs to be visualized. Augmented reality includes three main menu, namely: materials, assistance, and quizzes. A ugmented reality-based smartphones include: increasing learning motivation, understanding material and science vocabulary, active discussion, and critical thinking skills. It is expected that Biology lecturers will use augmented reality to make it easier for students to understand the lesson.