New digital media type gives drawing a third dimension

The video discusses the evolution of a project that began with an NSF exploratory grant, exploring the potential of expanding drawings into 3D. It highlights the transformation of Istvan Banyai's picture book 'The Other Side' into a 3D interactive experience using Mental Canvas technology. The video emphasizes the potential of interactive media to enhance storytelling, particularly in children's books, by allowing users to engage with content in a dynamic way, unlike traditional media.

What was the initial step in developing the 3D drawing project?

• A large commercial investment

• A private donation

• A university research project

• A small NSF exploratory grant

What technology was used to transform 'The Other Side' into a 3D experience?

• Augmented Reality

• Virtual Reality

• 3D Printing

• Mental Canvas

How does the 3D version of 'The Other Side' enhance the storytelling experience?

• By allowing scene exploration

• By adding sound effects

• By providing a narrative voiceover

• By including animated characters

What is a potential benefit of interactive 3D picture books for children?

• They are easier to read

• They stimulate imagination

• They are cheaper to produce

• They require no technology

In what way can users interact with 3D picture books that is not possible with traditional media?

• By positioning themselves in space

• By reading text

• By watching videos

• By listening to music