Hip Hop Lit 3.4

Hip Hop Literature in Augmented Reality provides a unique educational experience by integrating augmented reality technology with the study of Black American literature. The app features lectures led by Dr. Tyechia Thompson, an assistant professor in the Department of English at Virginia Tech, who presents course content through digital holograms.

The course delves into significant aesthetic elements, philosophical insights, and cultural aspects of Hip Hop. Each session includes quizzes aimed at assessing the knowledge gained by Virginia Tech students, while "The Sources" section curates references utilized by Dr. Thompson throughout the lectures. This innovative approach to teaching exemplifies the potential of technology in enhancing learning experiences.

Key contributors include:

• Tyechia Thompson - Instructor, Producer
• Nikita Shokhov - Immersive Video and Sound Artist, Unity Developer, Mobile App Distributor
• Anna Evtiugina - Producer, ipureland.art
• Grigoriy Kashtanov - Unity Developer, AR and User Interface Programmer and Designer
• Nikki Giovanni - Guest Performer
• Amanda Hodes, Harshal Pilania, Sarah Hammer - Production Assistants
• Parker Ford - User Interface Programmer and Designer
• Kimberley Homer - Transcripts
• Craig Arthur - Proofreading
• Gabriel Destro, Nayha Pochiraju - 3D Artists
• Riya Parikh - 3D Scanning Technologist

This project has received support from several Virginia Tech divisions and collaborations, including:

• Technology-Enhanced Learning and Online Strategies (TLOS)
• Applied Research in Immersive Experiences and Simulations (ARIES) at Virginia Tech Libraries: Todd Ogle, Jonathan Bradley, Sarah Tucker
• DEPTHKIT: James George, Cory Allen, Timothy Scaffidi
• Innovative Technologies for Learning Environments
• Department of English
• RADA Film Group: Joe Brewster, Michèle Stephenson
• Institute for Creativity, Arts, and Technology (ICAT)
• 3D Scanning Studio at Virginia Tech Libraries: Max Ofsa

The audio component features contributions from alums of the "Beat Battle" event in Hip Hop Studies as well as performances by Nikki Giovanni alongside the New York Community Choir.

Note: This application requires modern, high-performance iOS devices for optimal functionality. Devices equipped with a Lidar sensor are recommended for an enhanced AR experience.