James Birt

Dr, Associate Professor

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0422-4867

Phone+61 7 5595 2697
Emailjbirt@bond.edu.au

Bond University, Faculty of Society and Design
4229 Gold Coast
Australia
Bond University 14 University Drive, ROBINA QLD 4226
Australia

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Personal profile

Research interests

James is an Associate Professor of Computer Games and Information and Computer Sciences in the Faculty of Society and Design at Bond University, where he runs the Mixed Reality Research Lab (www.mixedrealityresearch.com). His research spans computer science, games and visual arts, with an emphasis on applied design and development of interactive mixed reality (virtual reality, augmented reality, 3d printing, mobile) experiences assisting learning, skills acquisition and knowledge discovery. The distinctive contribution James brings to research and scholarship is evidenced in over 60 research publications and multiple national media engagements including The Conversation, ABC News and The Project. In 2020, James received a Universities Australia citation for sustained leadership in the scholarship of mobile mixed reality innovations to enhance authentic experiential teaching and learning. This followed his award of a citation in 2014 for innovation in emerging technology and applied digital multimedia to enhance learning. His service to the university and wider community has formed around his experience in emerging technology, computer games, teaching and learning. Where he takes an active role in supporting learners and peers through mentorship, presentations and expert judging.

Statement for HDR students

I am looking for higher degree research students that have a passion for technology, computer games, eSports or education. Someone that can challenge themselves, and me, in their pursuit for higher degree learning. If you have an interest in projects related to mixed reality (VR/AR), educational technology, interactive multimedia systems, computer games, visualisation or eSports please contact me and we can discuss potential project ideas.

Education/Academic qualification

Software Engineering, PhD

Jan 2004 → Oct 2006

Award Date: 30 Oct 2006

Information Technology, Honours (1st class)

Feb 2002 → Dec 2002

Award Date: 11 Apr 2003

Information Technology, Bachelors

Feb 1997 → Dec 1999

Award Date: 14 Apr 2000

External positions

Lecturer, Central Queensland University

Feb 2004 → Dec 2009

Lecturer, Griffith University Queensland

Feb 2002 → Dec 2009

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Projects

2 Active

eSports Diplomacy

Birt, J. & Murray, S.

16/01/19 → …

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OPiC: Bond University Optimizing Productivity in Construction Research Incubator

Mbachu, J. & Birt, J.

6/12/18 → …

Project: Research

Research Output

33 Conference contribution
10 Article
7 Online Resource
5 Poster
10 More

Analysing construction student experiences of mobile mixed reality enhanced learning in virtual and augmented reality environments

Vasilevski, N. & Birt, J. R., 16 Jan 2020, In : Research in Learning Technology. 28, p. 1-23 23 p., 2329.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review

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4 Citations (Scopus)

61 Downloads (Pure)

Exploring the Benefits of Using 360 Video Immersion to Enhance Motivation and Engagement in System Modelling Education

Munoz-Carpio, J. C., Cowling, M. A. & Birt, J. R., 1 Jul 2020, Proceedings of 6th International Conference, iLRN 2020, Online, June 21-25, 2020 . Economou, D., Klippel, A., Dodds, H., Peña-Rios, A., Lee, M. J. W., Beck, D., Pirker, J., Dengel, A., Peres, T. M. & Richter, J. (eds.). Immersive Learning Research Network, p. 403-406 4 p.

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Research › peer-review

Mixed Reality Multimodal Learning Analytics

Cowling, M. A. & Birt, J. R., 27 Jan 2020, Encyclopedia of Educational Innovation. Peters, M. & Heraud, R. (eds.). Springer

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › Research › peer-review

Special collection on mobile mixed reality 2019 update

Cochrane, T., Narayan, V. & Birt, J. R., 11 May 2020, In : Research in Learning Technology. 28, p. 1-5 5 p., 2424.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Editorial › Research › peer-review

Open Access

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9 Downloads (Pure)

Technology considerations in health professions and clinical education

Moro, C., Stromberga, Z. & Birt, J. R., 5 Feb 2020, Clinical Education for the Health Professions: Theory and Practice. Nestel, D., Reedy, G., McKenna, L. & Gough, S. (eds.). Singapore: Springer, p. 1-25 25 p.

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › Research › peer-review

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