Desarrollo de una metodología para diseñar paseos virtuales; caso práctico acerca de los personajes más emblemáticos de Riobamba.

Abstract

The research provides the features and guidelines to follow for the creation of a methodology for virtual tours, analysis of the issue and proposed contents was conducted, which allowed follow a new methodology for creating 3D virtual tours. For the implementation of the methodology virtual tours on the most representative it is included in the history of Riobamba. The methodology is based on: demographic research, selection of modeling, re topology, texturing, 3D structure, sound recording, virtual reality, interactivity, lighting, collisions, programming codes. Through documentary research - literature characters are determined to be included in the tour, like the scenario created. With the help of images taken from books and internet busts of the most iconic characters created Riobamba, the stage was created using photographs of the museum of the city, the Blender, 3D Max and Unit programs to the creation of the virtual environment was used. 98% of the target audience concluded that the virtual tour based on the above methodology is clear and effective. It is recommended to use the product as teaching aids and support materials for teachers of the National History area, in order to motivate and encourage the student in learning the historical context of Riobamba.