i-BioVARse is a textbook companion app equipped with augmented reality (AR) designed to provide an immersive and interactive learning experience for students studying biology. The app serves as a companion to the NCERT biology textbook for grades 10 and 11, focusing on various topics such as the Human Heart, Kidney, Lungs, Eye, and Digestive Syatem.

With i-BioVARse, students can explore the intricacies of the human anatomy through a combination of 3D models, interactive simulations, multimedia options, text translation (English-Hindi), Notes Module, Quiz system, AI module based on OpenAI's GPT3.5-Turbo and informative textual content. The app aims to enhance understanding and retention by enabling students to visualize complex biological concepts in a virtual environment.

• Interactive 3D Models: Users can interact with highly detailed 3D models of the human anatomy, allowing them to zoom, rotate, and examine the different structures up close.

• AR Simulations: The app utilizes augmented reality technology to overlay virtual elements onto the real world, enabling students to visualize the human anatomy in their immediate surroundings, all using already existing figures and images present in the NCERT textbooks.

• Educational Multi-media Content: Detailed textual information accompanies each module, including video demonstration, text/audio explanations, English-Hindi language translations, Inbuilt-Notes integration chapter wise PDFs providing comprehensive explanations of the human anatomy.

• Engaging Activities: The app includes interactive activities and quizzes to test and reinforce the knowledge gained from exploring the 3D models and educational content.

• Accessibility: i-BioVARse offers features for different learning preferences, including text-to-speech functionality, and language options to cater to diverse student needs along with touch, buttons and joystic controls for even better accessibility and navigation.

To install i-BioVARse on your compatible android device, follow these steps:

1. Visit this link: [(https://drive.google.com/file/d/11Q3Nt3FJKicqQyST4kH5JSmVXluF69OM/view?usp=sharing)]

2. Download and install the app to your compatible android device.

3. Grant permissions asked by app for a smooth and hassle free experience.

4. Follow the instructions provided in the User Manual to set up and configure the app. [User Manual: (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C3Oy5leqnblwpJEXaxRMl2cmgSolJdnV/view?usp=sharing)]

5. Explore i-BioVARse app and begin your immersive journey into the learning biology.

Download AR markers from this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1u6_lU3U4fwe0yt6cT62LEIGPcBSC_ChU?usp=sharing

If you encounter any issues, have suggestions, or need assistance with i-BioVARse, please see the FAQ section or create an issue in the GitHub repository. Our team will actively monitor and address the reported issues.

For any inquiries or further information, please contact us at [[email protected]].

We hope you enjoy using i-BioVARse and find it a valuable resource for learning biology. Happy exploring!

Q: What is i-BioVARse?

A: i-BioVARse is an innovative app developed at the IDO in Educational Technology Department, IIT Bombay. It is a comprehensive NCERT textbook companion app designed for biology students. The app utilizes augmented reality technology to display 3D models based on textbook figures, offering an interactive and immersive learning experience.

Q: How can I download and install i-BioVARse?

A: To download and install i-BioVARse, please visit our GitHub repository at [https://github.com/SPARTA-Research-Group-ET-IITB/i-BioVARse]. You will find the necessary files and instructions to download and install the app on your device.

Q: Can I use i-BioVARse without an internet connection?

A: Yes, i-BioVARse can be used without an internet connection once the app is installed on your device. However, certain features like accessing chapter PDFs, video explanations may require an internet connection.

Q: Is i-BioVARse compatible with all NCERT biology textbooks?

A: i-BioVARse is designed to be a companion app for NCERT high school biology textbooks. It supports a wide range of topics and chapters covered in these textbooks. However, please note that it may not cover every single page or concept mentioned in the textbooks. Currently five chapters/topics are supported.

Q: Is i-BioVARse available in languages other than English?

A: Currently, i-BioVARse primarily supports English language content. However, it offers Hindi language translations for text-audio explanations, making it accessible to a wider audience.

Q: How do I calibrate the augmented reality (AR) experience in i-BioVARse?

A: To calibrate the AR experience in i-BioVARse, ensure that you are in a well-lit environment with sufficient lighting. Hold your device steady and move it around the room, allowing the app to detect and track the markers. If the models appear misaligned or unstable, try adjusting the lighting conditions or repositioning the markers.

Q: Can I use i-BioVARse on iOS devices?

A: Currently, i-BioVARse is available for Android devices only. However, we are actively working on expanding our platform compatibility, and an iOS version may be available in the future.

Q: Can I customize the level of difficulty for the in-app quizzes?

A: Currently, the level of difficulty for the in-app quizzes in i-BioVARse is standardized. However, we are continuously working to improve the app and may introduce customizable quiz options in future updates