Aplicación de realidad aumentada de los personajes principales de las leyendas del cantón Riobamba.

Abstract

The objective of this degree work was to design an augmented reality application of the six main characters of the legends of the Riobamba canton, for children aged 10 to 12 years. based on information from the Karay Creative Laboratory research group to reinforce knowledge and strengthen their identity. The research method of discourse analysis was established that allowed a qualitative study of the information provided by the GIK Creative Laboratory. in which relevant data was systematized about the characters of the legends. It was developed through the visual thinking methodology composed of four stages. Information sheets on the characteristics of the main characters of the legends were made, descriptive sheets were also prepared that showed the functional characteristics of the Autodesk Maya software in which the types, techniques, tools for 3D modeling were determined. A comparative analysis was carried out on the qualities of three augmented reality software, through a valuation Unity with Vuforia was selected. The 3D modeling of the characters was obtained through a series of processes and the mobile application called Guardians of Memory was developed, an Apk available for Android 4.1 mobiles was developed and installed. The presentation of the App was made to the sixth and seventh year children of the School of Basic Education "Semillitas", in which they met and interacted with the characters, a survey consisting of five questions was applied and through the tabulation of the answers allowed to validate the level of acceptance of the App., resulting in a strengthening of its identity. Through dynamic interaction aroused interest in knowing more legends, for this it is necessary to continue with the realization of educational technological projects.