Abstract
Museums represent important places of scientific learning for children. They also operate as centers for informal education in connection with schools, because museums enhance the effectiveness of scientific education. However, because the main learning method within museums is the study of the specimens on display and their explanations, there are few chances for learners to observe or experience the environment about which they are learning. Hence, we are developing an immersive learning support system for a paleontological environment within a museum. The system measures the physical movement of the learner using a Kinect sensor, and provides a sense of immersion in the paleontological environment by adapting the surroundings according to these movements. As the first stage of this project, we have developed a prototype system that allows learners to experience the paleontological environment. This paper summarizes the current system.
