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Authors:
Markus Santoso
David Ramtulla
HuaGuo Tian
Jonah Matousek
Yixin Hou
Keywords: augmented reality; cultural heritage; immersive learning; interactive education; spatial AR.
Abstract:
This paper presents a spatial Augmented Reality (AR) interactive learning system designed to enhance cultural heritage education and immersive human-computer interaction using Castillo de San Marcos in St. Augustine, Florida. The system employs Vuforia Ground Plane spatial tracking to anchor reconstructed historical content directly onto the physical environment of the fort, enabling situated and contextual learning experiences. Users explore architectural structures, defensive layouts, and historical narratives through interactive spatial visualization and AR-based storytelling. The proposed system contributes to research in interactive educational technologies and spatial computing by integrating markerless AR interaction with cultural heritage interpretation in outdoor environments. Preliminary observations indicate improved user engagement, spatial comprehension, and experiential learning potential. Future work includes formal user evaluation, collaborative learning features, and expanded historical reconstruction.
Pages: 126 to 128
Copyright: Copyright (c) IARIA, 2026
Publication date: May 24, 2026
Published in: conference
ISSN: 2308-4138
ISBN: 978-1-68558-383-5
Location: Venice, Italy
Dates: from May 24, 2026 to May 28, 2026