Cosmos Creator AR
By Debbie Gorrell,
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AR tool cool but confusing; watch for safety.
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What’s It About?
On the main screen of COSMOS CREATOR AR, there are three options: Tutorial, Settings, and Let's Begin. The tutorial gives kids an overview of how to use the app. In Settings, kids can turn the Physics and Orbital Trails options on or off. When they're on, the objects in kids' solar systems behave according to the laws of physics. When they're off, a static solar system results. Kids can also adjust planet and moon sizes. To start creating a solar system, kids tap the Let's Begin option. They must enable the device's camera in order to get the full effect of the augmented reality. Kids add objects to create a solar system by tapping a plus icon. If they are creating a static solar system, they can tap to learn details about an object in the system.
Is It Any Good?
Augmented reality (AR) apps are a neat concept and can be a fun way to engage kids with educational technology, but there are some confusing elements in this tool. Creating a solar system in Cosmos Creator AR can be a confusing process, especially if the Physics option is turned on. Kids will need a lot of practice to figure out why the objects appear to fly off into space or simply dissolve, especially when they use the sun as part of the scene. In a static solar system, there are opportunities to learn details about space objects, but the pop-ups are extremely text heavy. For some space enthusiasts, the exploration and still-somewhat-unique use of augmented reality might be enough to make this a cool learning experience, but for others it might be a bit confusing and out of context.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about space and astronomy. Does an app like Cosmos Creator AR help you envision the planets and solar system more easily? Does the augmented reality add to the experience?
Discuss how to use the camera safely and be sure kids know not to work on their solar system while they are walking -- especially outside.
App Details
- Devices: iPhone , iPad
- Subjects: Science : astronomy, gravity
- Skills: Creativity : imagination, making new creations, Tech Skills : using and applying technology
- Pricing structure: Free to try ($2.99 for Pro version and access to all features)
- Release date: October 20, 2017
- Category: Education
- Publisher: Mihai Ghiserel
- Version: 1.1.2
- Minimum software requirements: iOS 11.0 or later
- Last updated: October 25, 2017
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