Waypoint EDU 3.0: Shareable Scavenger Hunts

Enhancing Educational Experiences with Waypoint EDU

The Waypoint EDU app has long been a favorite for augmented reality scavenger hunts. With the release of Waypoint EDU 3.0, this beloved app gains new life, offering exciting updates that make it even easier to create and share engaging immersive experiences. Here’s an overview of what the latest version brings to the table.

Effortless Sharing of Scavenger Hunts

With Waypoint EDU 3.0, sharing scavenger hunts with students has never been easier. Educators can now design interactive hunts and distribute them seamlessly, allowing for collaborative learning experiences that extend beyond the classroom. This feature encourages student engagement and participation, without the hassle of finding and sharing hunts for each individual student.

Bug Fixes for a Smoother Experience

The developers have paid careful attention to user feedback, addressing various bugs to ensure a smoother, more reliable experience. With many years between updates, this is an encouraging sign that Waypoint EDU is back and committed to classrooms. This commitment to quality enhances the app's functionality, allowing educators to focus on teaching rather than troubleshooting.

Future-Proofing with Planned Updates

Waypoint EDU 3.0 is not just about immediate improvements; it sets the stage for future enhancements. The development team is actively working on new features to further enrich the app's educational value. Students can look forward to regular updates that keep the app aligned with the latest educational technologies.

Bringing Lessons to Life with Augmented Reality

Waypoint EDU continues to innovate by integrating augmented reality into its platform, making learning more interactive and immersive. Whether exploring historical landmarks or creating your own curriculum content, the app turns lessons into tangible experiences.

Steps to Get Started

1. On an iOS device, download the Waypoint EDU app.

2. Select “I want to Create” to build your own scavenger hunt.

3. Choose from a prebuilt template or select “Create” at the top of the screen to make original content.

4. Select an indoor or outdoor hunt. Indoor uses scannable sheets while outdoor uses GPS to track movement. Define the playfield for outdoor hunts by drawing the area you’d like the students to move in the hunt.

5. When you're done building the hunt or using a template, select the box with an upward arrow in the top-right corner of the screen.

6. The app will search for local devices. Share to any device located nearby.