Noticing Tools Augmented Reality Apps
Revealing the invisible physics of play.
Overview
We partnered with the New York Hall of Science (NYSCI) to create five "Noticing Tools"—a suite of apps that prove science happens everywhere, not just in a lab. By overlaying real-time data onto the physical world, students can visualize the hidden mechanics of their own movements. These tools transform a simple game of catch or a dance routine into an intuitive, hands-on lesson in physics, geometry, and fractions.
Partners
Enharmonic
Services
App Design & Development
“These apps turn an iPad into a serious tool of inquiry .”
The Details
Funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, this initiative was designed to challenge the passive nature of textbook learning. We built the apps to bridge the gap between abstract equations and physical reality. Instead of just memorizing formulas, students use the technology to capture and measure their own activities—empowering them to take ownership of their STEM education through active inquiry.
