3. Enhance
In this phase, learning is deepened through Delightex as the main interactive environment. All activities take place inside a Delightex scene, where Augmented Reality (AR) elements, information panels, and reflection tasks are combined into one coherent learning experience.
For students aged 14–18, topics such as DNA mutations, inheritance patterns, and gene–protein interactions can be difficult to understand through text alone. Delightex helps bridge this gap by integrating 3D AR models, guided tasks, and reflection prompts into a single immersive space, allowing students to actively explore complex genetic concepts (Wallis, 2018).
Deepening Understanding of Complex Concepts
Within the Delightex scene, students interact with AR elements that support understanding of genetic disorders, including:
- the double-helix structure of DNA and its role in replication and transcription,
- point mutations and their effects on protein synthesis,
- chromosomal changes such as trisomy or deletions linked to disorders like Down syndrome or Turner syndrome,
- the pathway from a DNA mutation to physical symptoms caused by faulty proteins.
These concepts are presented through embedded AR models and visual panels rather than static diagrams. Using tools such as MoleculAR and Genome AR integrated into the Delightex workflow, students can rotate, zoom in, and explore genetic structures step by step. This supports spatial understanding and helps learners see how small genetic changes can lead to significant health effects (NHGRI, 2024).