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James is Associate Dean External Engagement and Associate Professor of Creative Media in the Faculty of Society and Design at Bond University, Australia, where he runs the Mixed Reality Research Lab (www.mixedrealityresearch.com). His research spans computer science and visual arts, with an emphasis on applied design and development of extended reality (XR) and games-based experiences for assisting learning and knowledge discovery. The distinctive contribution James brings to academia is evidenced in over 90 publications and multiple national media engagements including The Conversation, ABC News and The Project. James is recognised as an international leader in educational technology, XR and games with an editorial role with Springer Educational Technology Research and Development (ETR&D), a position on the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) working group for AR/VR, an assessor’s role for the International Serious Games Showcase and Challenge (SGSC) and an expert role on the 2022 EDUCAUSE Horizon Report. In 2020, James received a Universities Australia 2019 citation for sustained leadership in the scholarship of mobile mixed reality innovations to enhance authentic experiential teaching and learning. This followed his citation in 2014 for improving student learning and engagement through practical juxtaposition of art and science in multi-media education. His service to higher education and the community has formed around his 20 year experience and leadership in interdisciplinary teaching, mentorship, presentations, and research led approaches to the enhancement of XR and games education.
Statement for HDR students
I am looking for higher degree research (HDR) students that have a passion for XR technology and computer games including: virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), mixed reality (MR), 3d printing, serious computer games, esports and bring your own (BYOD) mobile smartphone devices. I am looking for HDR students that can challenge themselves, and me, in their pursuit for higher degree learning. If you have an interest in projects related to games, XR or XR education please contact me and we can discuss potential project ideas.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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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Mixed Reality Research Lab
Birt, J., Cowling, M. A., Moro, C., Stirling, A., Nelson, J., Moore, E., Stromberga, Z., Munoz-Carpio, J. C. & Vasilevski, N.
1/01/19 → …
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OPiC: Bond University Optimizing Productivity in Construction Research Incubator
6/12/18 → 31/12/21
Project: Research
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The Triple-S framework: ensuring scalable, sustainable, and serviceable practices in educational technology
Moro, C., Mills, K., Phelps, C. & Birt, J. R., 13 Feb 2023, In: International Journal of Educational Technology in Higher Education. 20, 1, 15 p., 7.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Using case study analysis to develop heuristics to guide new filmmaking techniques in embodied virtual reality films
Carpio-Alfsen, R., Birt, J. R. & Baumann, O., 27 Jan 2023, In: Creative Industries Journal. p. 1-22 22 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Accessible content and digital equity
Gomez, G., Jones, H. & Birt, J. R., 2022, Scanning the Ed Tech Horizon: The 2021-2022 Contextualising Horizon Report. Campbell, C., Porter, C., Logan-Fleming, D. & Jones, H. (eds.). ASCILITE, p. 26-29Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › Research › peer-review
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Analysing mobile learning designs: A framework for transforming learning post-COVID
Cochrane, T., Narayan, V., Aiello, S., Alizadeh, M., Birt, J. R., Bone, E., Cowie, N., Cowling, M. A., Deneen, C., Goldacre, P., Sinfield, D., Stretton, T. & Worthington, T., 4 Nov 2022, In: Australasian Journal of Educational Technology. 38, 4, p. 1–21 21 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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ASCILITE Wavelength Episode 7: Defining VR, AR and MR - How these technologies differ, and the educational value of each
Phelps, C., Moro, C. & Birt, J. R., 31 Jul 2022Research output: Non-textual form › Digital or Visual Products › Research
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Activities
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Launch of the 2023 ASCILITE Community Mentoring Program
James Birt (Speaker)
3 Feb 2023Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk
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Educational Technology Research and Development (ETR&D) Journal Research Board (External organisation)
James Birt (Board Member)
2022 → 2024Activity: Membership › Committees, Boards and Panelists
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Australasian Society for Computers in Learning in Tertiary Education (External organisation)
James Birt (Member)
2022Activity: Membership › Committees, Boards and Panelists
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2022 ACER Australian STEM Video Game Challenge (Event)
James Birt (Reviewer)
9 Sep 2022Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work › Peer-review
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Bond Business School Osaka Board of Education Global Leaders High Schools Program
James Birt (Participant)
9 Mar 2022 → 24 Mar 2022Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participating in a conference, workshop, ... › Other
Press/Media
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‘I can connect with my kids’: The mums who take time out to game
3/02/23
2 items of Media coverage
Press/Media: Expert Comment
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Minecraft Helps Shape Universities Of The Future | 10 News First
James Birt & Greg Winslett
26/09/22
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Expert Comment
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Queensland Health The Positives of Gaming (in moderation!)
7/09/22
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Expert Comment
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Gamers and staff looking for answers following sudden closure of e-sport monolith ORDER
24/08/22
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Expert Comment
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Review bombing is a dirty practice, but research shows games do benefit from online feedback
Christian Moro & James R. Birt
17/08/22 → 18/08/22
4 items of Media coverage
Press/Media: Expert Comment