The effect of Augmented Reality (AR) supported geometric shape learning on children’s visual perceptual development in early childhood education

This study examined the impact of an Augmented Reality (AR)-based virtual application on preschool children's visual perception development in geometric shape learning. A quasi-experimental research design was employed. The study sample consisted of 26 preschool children, aged 5–6, from a public school in Türkiye. The children in the experimental group engaged with AR-supported materials, allowing them to explore geometric shapes interactively and listen to their properties in a virtual environment. Each child participated individually in the learning application for 50–60 minutes. The Frostig Visual Perception Test was administered as both a pre-test and post-test. Results indicated that the AR-based learning application had a statistically significant positive effect on preschool children's visual perception development.