Enhancing cognitive fit: exploring the potential of mixed reality for developing mental rotation skills

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Piri, Zeynep and Kaplan, Goknur and Çağıltay, Kürşat (2024) Enhancing cognitive fit: exploring the potential of mixed reality for developing mental rotation skills. International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction . ISSN 1044-7318 (Print) 1532-7590 (Online) Published Online First https://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10447318.2024.2413291

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Abstract

Mixed Reality is a promising venue for spatial ability training, allowing participants to engage in problem-solving through gesture-based interactions with holographic objects. 3-D measurement of learning in Mixed Reality environments may result in a better cognitive fit than 2-D. This mixed-method study measures and enhances mental rotation ability and investigates user experience in Mixed Reality. To assess mental rotation ability, we adapted the Purdue Spatial Visualization Test:Rotation for Microsoft HoloLens 2, creating a measurement tool for our Mixed Reality-based training program, Holomental. Comparing 2-D and 3-D tests, we explored how stimulus dimensionality influences accuracy and cognitive load. Our findings indicate that Holomental enhances mental rotation performance, both in 2-D and 3-D. Cognitive load in the 3-D test was lower than in the 2-D test. Semi-structured interviews revealed participants’ appreciation for the representational and interactional affordances of the training environment. This study provides valuable insights into the effectiveness of 3-D spatial training, with implications and suggestions for future design considerations.
Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: augmented reality; cognitive ability training; Mental rotation ability; mixed reality; spatial ability
Divisions: Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences
Depositing User: Kürşat Çağıltay
Date Deposited: 10 Jan 2025 14:19
Last Modified: 10 Jan 2025 14:19
URI: https://research.sabanciuniv.edu/id/eprint/50557

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