Mediascapes

Mediascapes (M-scapes for short) are augmented reality learning games that teachers can design by incorporating sounds, clues, and images into students's handhelds to align with various destinations. Hence, teachers can digital tag locations. GPS technology and M-scapes work beautifully together. Imagine teaching geography or history via M-scapes. I love the idea of not being trapped in a classroom all day. U-Learning (ubiquitous) is the way to go. To me, digital media & outdoorsy curriculum are the best of both worlds. 

Check out the following video about M-scapes from HP Labs at the Tower of London (I wish they had it when I visited. Thankfully, we had a charming yeoman who showed us the way) In the Tower of London, students with M-Scape games are able to participate in a historically-based storyline in the actual footsteps where events took place. Students can free a virtual prisoner if they so choose and plot their escape. However, students have to be smart about it or they may get locked up...virtually anyways. ; )

Teachers can now create Create-A-Mediascap by Future Lab. Also, check out the Teachers Area. For more information click here and here. Cheers!

Image Reference: http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press/2006/061023a.html