VR Art Explorer
This badge recognizes a youth worker's foundational understanding of Open Brush and its potential for engaging young people in creative VR experiences. They have explored the basics of VR painting and understand how to share digital creations online.
Tasks
Task no.1
Issued by organiser or scanning QR code
To earn the "VR Art Explorer" badge, youth workers could complete the following tasks:
Core Tasks (Required for all badge options):
- Open Brush Basics: Successfully navigate the Open Brush interface, demonstrating the ability to select and use at least three different brush types, change colors, and utilize the undo/redo function. (Evidence: Self-report during the activity)
- First 3D Creation: Create and save a simple 3D artwork in Open Brush (e.g., a name, a basic shape, a small scene). (Evidence: Sharing a screenshot or the saved Open Brush file with the facilitator)
- Sketchfab introduction: Create a free Sketchfab account (if you don't already have one) and understand the basic purpose of the platform. (Evidence: Confirmation of account creation)
- Sharing is caring (Conceptual): Describe the steps involved in exporting an Open Brush creation and uploading it to Sketchfab. (Evidence: Verbal explanation or written summary)
- Brainstorming Session Participation: Actively participate in the group brainstorming session, contributing at least two distinct ideas for how Open Brush could be used in youth work activities. (Evidence: Facilitator observation)
Task no.2
Issued by organiser or scanning QR code
Optional Tasks (Complete at least one or two for a higher-level badge or to deepen learning):
- Sketchfab Upload (Practical): Successfully export your Open Brush creation and upload it to their Sketchfab account, including a title and brief description. (Evidence: Sharing the link to their Sketchfab upload)
- Activity Plan Outline: Develop a brief outline for a specific Open Brush activity you could facilitate with a particular age group of young people, including a learning objective and a few key steps. (Evidence: Written activity plan outline)
- Tool Exploration: Demonstrate the use of at least one additional Open Brush tool beyond the basics (e.g., the move/scale/rotate tool, layers, or a specific advanced brush feature). (Evidence: Demonstration to the facilitator or inclusion in your 3D creation)
- Reflective Journal Entry: Give a short reflection (at least 50 words) on your experience with Open Brush, including what they found interesting, potential challenges for youth, and how you see it fitting into their youth work practice. (Evidence: Written journal entry)
- Peer Feedback: If working in pairs, provide constructive feedback on another participant's Open Brush creation or activity plan idea. (Evidence: Facilitator observation of peer feedback)
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Network of Cities and Regions of Learning
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