Interactive Digital Signage System Enabling Viewers to Answer Quizzes by Body Actions

Abstract

We equipped an interactive digital signage system with simple interactivity, which enabled viewers to answer quizzes by performing horizontal body movements. Our system was installed in a local public facility for disaster education mainly visited by children. To improve the learning experiences of the visitors, we added improved interactivity, which enabled them to answer the quizzes by using body actions such as pointing, positioning, and posing. This improved interactivity aimed to (1) introduce fun to learning activities and (2) attract the attention of viewers. We compared the efficacies of the simple and improved interactivities at an event in the facility. Although improved interactivity did not necessarily improve the efficacy and fun of learning, it attracted more attention than simple interactivity.