An interactive didactic application to learn collision detection techniques
Jorge Reig Valera, Faraón Llorens Largo, and Francisco J. Gallego-Durán
University of Alicante, Alicante, Spain

Technological Ecosystems for Enhancing Multiculturality (TEEM 2024)
23-25 October 2024
Alicante, Spain
2024.teemconference.eu

Proceedings
Lecture Notes in Educational Technology

Abstract.
This paper introduces an interactive educational application. It features a sandbox environment with various scenarios where different collision detection algorithms are utilized and visualized. This setup allows users to interact with and gain a comfortable and efficient understanding of how these algorithms work internally. Developed by a single person using raw C++ programming and basic rendering libraries, this paper presents an application that aims to assist anyone interested in entering the field of physics simulation and collision detection. It is suitable for beginners looking to start learning, experienced users seeking to refresh their knowledge, and teachers who wish to offer this tool to their students as a supplementary learning resource.

Keywords:
Collision Detection, Physics, E-learning software, Algorithm.

Exploring Stress in Effective Communication: A Psycho-Cognitive and Technological Approach
Vanesa Dimitrova-Spiridonova, Faraón Llorens-Largo, and Alberto Real-Fernández
University of Alicante, Alicante, Spain

Technological Ecosystems for Enhancing Multiculturality (TEEM 2024)
23-25 October 2024
Alicante, Spain
2024.teemconference.eu

Proceedings
Lecture Notes in Educational Technology

Abstract.
Effective communication is crucial in all areas of life, especially in high-pressure situations such as public presentations. This study focuses on how stress affects people who present in front of audiences, compromising their accuracy and fluency. By combining cognitive psychology and the Internet of Things (IoT), IoT devices have been used to measure and visualize stress in real time. An experiment was conducted with fourth-year Multimedia Engineering students at the University of Alicante, who presented their academic projects. During these presentations, physiological data such as heart rate, breath rate, and stress levels were collected using IoT devices. The data collected demonstrated that these devices can effectively measure variables related to stress. Additionally, a web interface was developed to visualize the collected data, making it easier to interpret. This tool can be useful for specialists analyzing similar data or for teachers aiming to help their students improve their communication skills by identifying high-stress moments and developing strategies to enhance their presentation experience.

Keywords:
stress, effective communication, Internet of Things, cognitive psychology.

Tecnología y educación
Taller
Ponente: Faraón Llorens
Congreso Internacional sobre Aprendizaje y Nuevas Vías de Innovación (CANVIES 2024)
18 de octubre de 2024
https://web.ua.es/canvies2024

Descripción del taller:
Tecnología y educación. No hemos utilizado preposiciones para conectar estos dos términos (tecnología para la educación, educación con tecnología o educación sin tecnología) porque cualquier intento de definir la relación de antemano nos limitaría. La conjunción “y” nos abre un universo de posibilidades: cooperación, conflicto, equilibrio, dependencia… La tecnología puede potenciar al profesorado, transformar la enseñanza y abrir nuevas vías para que el estudiantado explore y aprenda. Pero también puede distraer, complicar y, si no se utiliza con intención, restar más de lo que suma. Hoy es innegable que las tecnologías digitales han cambiado nuestra forma de relacionarnos y las competencias necesarias en el mundo actual. Y lo más emocionante es que la inteligencia artificial aún no ha irrumpido del todo en nuestras aulas. ¿Estamos preparados para lo que viene? ¿Cómo podemos ser protagonistas activos en esta transformación, en lugar de simples espectadores?
Este taller invita a reflexionar sobre las oportunidades, los retos y las incógnitas que plantea este diálogo entre tecnología y educación.

https://web.ua.es/es/canvies2024/talleres.html