PROJECT UPDATE: AR+CONCIERGE™& AR+IQ - EXPLORING MULTI-USERAR INTERACTIONS
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Slide 1: Title Slide
* Visual - iSPARX™ logo, AR+IQ concept imagery, MTF branding.
* Title - Project Update: AR+concierge™ & AR+IQ - Exploring Multi-User AR Interactions
* Subtitle - Joff Rae | Formative Assessment 4 | MTFC9890
* (Script - ~30s) - "Kia ora koutou. I'm Joff Rae, and this is my Formative Assessment 4 update for the Master of Technological Futures project. Today, I'll provide an overview of my research focus, update you on the progress of the AR+concierge™
project and its evolution into AR+IQ, discuss some wins and challenges, and reflect on how the project is meeting the key learning outcomes."
Slide 2: Research Focus & Aim
* Visual - Graphic illustrating the core research question - multiple users interacting with AR elements.
* Title - Research Focus: Suspension of Disbelief in Multi-User AR
* Bullet Points -
Aim - Investigate how shared AR experiences impact user engagement and acceptance of virtual elements.
Core Question - How does user interaction in an AR experience affect the suspension of disbelief?
Sub-Questions - Impact of interactivity level? Generational differences?
Context - Addressing a gap in AR research (often single-user focused).
* (Script - ~60s) - "My research centres on a fascinating aspect of Augmented Reality: what happens when multiple people share the same AR experience? Does interacting together make the virtual elements feel more real, enhancing what we call the
'suspension of disbelief'? I'm exploring this through the AR+concierge™ project, looking at different levels of interactivity and potential generational differences in perception. This aims to contribute knowledge to designing more effective shared AR environments."
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Slide 3: Project Status Update: Where We Are
* Visual - Timeline graphic or map showing the three locations (Pātaka, AcademyEX, Platform Calgary).
* Title - Project Status: Moving into Deployment & Practical Application
* Bullet Points -
Foundations - Learning Agreement & Research Proposal established.
Technology - Core platform evolving from AR+concierge™ to AR+IQ (integrating AI & spatial computing).
Deployment Sites - Confirmed (Pātaka, AcademyEX, Platform Calgary).
Upcoming Workshops (Data Collection) -
Pātaka: May 27-28
AcademyEX: June 3-4
Online International: June 10-12
* (Script - ~90s) - "We've made significant progress since the proposal stage. The foundational documents are in place. Technologically, the project is evolving with the development of AR+IQ, integrating AI to create more adaptive experiences. Our three deployment sites are confirmed, providing diverse contexts. Crucially, we are about to commence the primary data collection phase through workshops scheduled at Pātaka and AcademyEX later this month and early June, followed by online sessions."
Slide 4: Wins & Positive Learning Moments
* Visual - Logos of GigBox.Ai and Rogers 5GDZ Challenge.
* Title - Recent Wins & Positive Developments
* Bullet Points -
Practical Application (GigBox.Ai) - Developed MVP for Slang Social Media, connecting artists, venues, fans. Demonstrates real-world application of AR+IQ concepts. (Beta test ongoing).
Industry Recognition (Rogers 5GDZ) - Achieved Top 5 Finalist status in Calgary's 5G Discovery Zone Challenge. Validates technology and provides potential 5G testing opportunities, especially relevant for the Platform Calgary site.
Strong Collaborations - Continued engagement with artists, cultural advisors, and host institutions.
* (Script - ~90s) - "Alongside the core research, there have been exciting developments. We've built the GigBox.Ai platform, a tangible application of the AR+IQ framework for the music industry, which is now moving into beta testing. This demonstrates a clear pathway from research concepts to commercial application. We were also thrilled to be named a Top 5 Finalist in the Rogers 5G Discovery Zone Challenge in Calgary. This industry recognition is a significant win and opens doors for advanced testing on 5G networks, directly benefiting the research planned at Platform Calgary."
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Slide 5: Hurdles, Challenges & Deviations
* Visual - Graphic representing integration challenges or decision points.
* Title - Challenges, Learning & Adaptation
* Bullet Points -
Deviation - Evolution from AR+concierge™ towards the broader AR+IQ framework. (Rationale: Leverages AI for richer interactions, broader applicability).
Challenge - Integrating learnings from parallel developments (GigBox.Ai) back into the core Master's research scope and timeline.
Challenge - Fully leveraging the 5GDZ opportunity within the project timeframe and scope.
Challenge - Finalizing detailed implementation plan for Platform Calgary (ongoing, potentially aided by 5GDZ).
Process - Discussed deviations with advisor; Learning Agreement updates initiated as needed.
* (Script - ~90s) - "Research rarely follows a perfectly straight line. A key deviation has been the evolution towards the more advanced AR+IQ framework, driven by the potential to create richer, AI-powered interactions. A challenge now is managing the integration – ensuring insights from developments like GigBox feed back appropriately into the Master's research without causing scope creep. We also need to strategically leverage the 5GDZ opportunity. Finalizing the specific plan for Platform Calgary is also an ongoing task, though the 5GDZ connection is helpful here. These shifts have been discussed with my advisor, Kingsley, and we're managing Learning Agreement updates as required."
Slide 6: Progress Against Project Plan
* Visual - Simplified Gantt chart or checklist showing key phases (Proposal, Development, Deployment, Data Collection, Analysis, Write-up).
* Title - Progress Against Plan (12-Month View)
* Bullet Points -
Phase 1 (Proposal/Setup) - Completed.
Phase 2 (Core Tech Dev/Refinement) - Largely complete, evolved into AR+IQ.
Phase 3 (Deployment Prep) - Underway - sites confirmed, workshops scheduled.
Phase 4 (Data Collection) - Imminent (Starting late May 2025).
Phase 5 (Analysis & Write-up) - Upcoming.
Overall - Broadly on track, with adaptation (AR+IQ, GigBox) adding complexity but also value.
* (Script - ~60s) - "Looking at the overall project plan, we completed the initial proposal and setup phase. The core technology development phase is largely done, though it evolved significantly into AR+IQ. We are now firmly in the deployment preparation phase, with data collection about to begin. While the parallel development of GigBox and the 5GDZ opportunity add layers, the core research timeline remains broadly on track for completion within the 12-month timeframe."
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Slide 7: Reflection on Learning Outcomes (LO1)
* Visual - Graphic representing 'contribution to knowledge' or 'professional benefit'.
* Title - Learning Outcome 1 Reflection
* LO1 - “Systematically plan, execute, complete and evaluate a work-based research project resulting in a substantial and original contribution to knowledge as evidenced by significant benefits for the profession.”
* Reflection Points -
Contribution to Knowledge - Addressing gap in multi-user AR understanding.
Originality - Focus on shared experiences, integration of AI (AR+IQ), ethical framework (Kaupapa Māori).
Benefits for Profession - Insights applicable to AR design in tourism, education, retail, arts. GigBox.Ai provides a direct professional/commercial benefit example.
Systematic Process - Following research plan, adapting as needed (deviation noted).
* (Script - ~90s) - "Reflecting on Learning Outcome 1, the project aims to make an original contribution by focusing specifically on multi-user AR interactions, an under-researched area. The evolution to AR+IQ further enhances this originality. The findings should provide significant benefits for professionals designing AR experiences across various sectors. The development of GigBox.Ai serves as a direct example of translating research concepts into a tool with professional benefits. While we've adapted the plan, the process remains systematic, focused on executing and evaluating this work-based project."
Slide 8: Reflection on Learning Outcomes (LO2)
* Visual - Graphic representing 'personal/professional development' or 'complex work environments'.
* Title - Learning Outcome 2 Reflection
* LO2 - *Through engagement with a significant work-based project and reflective practice extend knowledge and skills developing personal potential and professional competencies in order to be effective in changing complex work environments.*
* Reflection Points -
Extended Knowledge/Skills - Deepened expertise in AR/XR, AI integration, spatial computing, mixed-methods research, project management, cross-cultural collaboration (Māori context), 5G applications.
Personal Potential/Professional Competencies - Navigating complex stakeholder relationships (artists, institutions, tech partners, funders), managing parallel development streams (research vs product), adapting to technological evolution, ethical considerations in practice.
Effectiveness in Complex Environments - Applying skills directly in iSPARX™ context, managing international collaborations (NZ/Canada), responding to opportunities (5GDZ).
* (Script - ~90s) - "For Learning Outcome 2, this project has significantly extended my knowledge and skills – not just in AR and AI, but in managing complex, multi-faceted projects with diverse international stakeholders. Balancing the core research with the commercial development of GigBox and responding to opportunities like the 5G challenge requires adaptability and strategic thinking – key competencies for complex, changing work environments. The deep engagement with ethical considerations, particularly Kaupapa Māori, has also been a critical area of professional development."
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*Slide 9: Next Steps
* Visual - Forward-looking graphic, calendar icons.
* Title - Immediate Next Steps
* Bullet Points -
* Conduct Pātaka & AcademyEX workshops (Late May / Early June).
* Conduct Online International sessions (Mid-June).
* Continue GigBox.Ai Beta testing & refinement.
* Explore/*Leverage Rogers 5GDZ resources for Platform Calgary planning.
* Begin preliminary data analysis from initial workshops.
* (Script - ~45s) - "Our immediate focus is the successful execution of the upcoming workshops to gather that crucial user interaction data. Alongside this, we'll continue refining GigBox.Ai based on beta feedback and actively explore how to best
leverage the Rogers 5G opportunity as we finalize plans for the Platform Calgary deployment. Preliminary data analysis will begin shortly after the first workshops."
Slide 10: Thank You & Questions
* Visual - Clean slide with iSPARX™ AR+IQ logo and contact details.
* Title - Thank You | Questions?
* Contact Info - Joff Rae | [Email] | isparx.group
* (Script - ~30s) - "That concludes my project update. Thank you for your time and attention. I welcome any questions or feedback you may have."
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