SIM demo video
The SIM (Synchronous Interactive Media) project allows interactive media to be deployed in synchronous learning sessions, without relying on expensive hardware and headsets.
Alongside DML’s work in XR, this project forms a key part of the lab's mission to deliver high-end interactive simulation and visualisation to students and learners anywhere, cost effectively.
Project SIM leverages remote and cloud computing alongside web-based workflows to tackle real-world visualisation and simulation challenges. This innovative approach enables lecturers to integrate real-time interactive media into teaching without the need for individual headsets or modifications to the physical learning environment.
This enables SIM touchpoints to be deployed during scheduled, in-curriculum lectures anywhere on campus, allowing lecturers and students to collaboratively explore interactions using standard lectern setups and their mobile devices.
"This project compliments and scales our usage of XR in teaching, bringing new interactive simulations into our ‘normal’ teaching spaces, harnessing technology to improve student experience." Nikos Mexis, Head of Solutions & Facilities, DML
Led by Dr Caroline Clewley (I-Explore Lead and STEMM Module Stream Lead, Centre for Languages, Culture and Communication) and Nikos Mexis (Head of Solutions & Facilities, DML), this interdisciplinary collaboration was scoped and co-designed in partnership with I-Explore module leads Dr Christian Malaga-Chuquitaype and Dr Phil Ramsden, along with contributions from postdoctoral researchers, graduate students, and undergraduates.