Nationwide Online Conference XR-Part: Citizen Participation – In the Future with XR Technology

(in Jimmy Carr’s dry tone) Ah, an online conference about citizen participation and XR technology. Because what the world really needs is more people participating in online conferences. I mean, who doesn’t love a good Zoom meeting, am I right?

(in Rowan Atkinson’s bumbling tone) Now, let me get this straight. XR-Part, it’s like a big virtual participation room, yes? And people can join in from anywhere, at any time. Sounds like a right old knees-up. I’m not entirely sure what XR technology is, but I’m sure it’s terribly exciting. (pauses) Oh, it’s like augmented reality and metaverses, you say? Well, I’m not sure what that means, but it sounds like something out of a science fiction novel.

(in Ricky Gervais’s sarcastic tone) Oh, great, another conference about “participation” and “urban development”. Because, you know, the biggest problem facing our cities is that people aren’t participating enough. I mean, it’s not like there are more pressing issues, like poverty, crime, or infrastructure. No, no, let’s focus on getting more people to join online meetings and use fancy technology. That’s the ticket.

(in Lee Evans’s high-energy tone) Alright, alright, alright! So, we’ve got this XR-Part thing, and it’s like a virtual participation room, and people can join in from anywhere. That’s like, totally cool, man! And it’s all about citizen participation and urban development. I mean, I’m not entirely sure what that means, but it sounds like something we should all be excited about. I’m just imagining all these people from different cities, coming together online, sharing their ideas and stuff. It’s like a big virtual town hall meeting, man!

(combining all four styles) So, to sum it up, the Nationwide online conference XR-Part is all about citizen participation and XR technology. It’s like a big virtual participation room where people can join in from anywhere and share their ideas. And it’s all about urban development, which is, you know, a thing. (pauses) Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m off to participate in some online meetings and use some fancy technology. Or not. (winks)

Here’s the event details:

* Date: 29.11.2024
* Time: (not specified, because who needs a schedule, right?)
* Location: Erfurt, Germany (but it’s online, so you can join in from anywhere)
* Registration: Free, but you have to sign up on the website (because, you know, they need to know who’s participating)

So, if you’re interested in citizen participation and XR technology, and you have nothing better to do on November 29th, 2024, then this conference is for you! (winks)

Nationwide Online Conference XR-Part: Revolutionizing Citizen Participation with XR Technology

On November 29, 2024, the Institute for Urban Research, Planning, and Communication at the Erfurt University of Applied Sciences will host a nationwide online conference, XR-Part, to explore the potential of Extended Reality (XR) technology in enhancing citizen participation in urban development.

Unlocking New Frontiers in Participatory Urban Planning

The conference will feature expert lectures from academia and practice, as well as interactive discussion formats, to delve into the possibilities of XR-supported, resident-oriented urban development. Attendees can expect in-depth specialist forums on topics such as:

• Implementing XR participation in practice
• Visual communication with 3D models
• Participation methods in virtual spaces

Free Registration and Participation

Participation in the conference is free, and registration is open until the day of the event. To secure your spot, simply register at the provided link.

Background and Context

The XR-Part project, funded by the BMBF, has developed an innovative XR participation system, comprising an AR app and a virtual participation room with a walk-in 3D model. This system has been successfully tested in real planning processes in the cities of Mannheim and Rostock. The goal is to strengthen and expand opportunities for participation in urban development, as well as enhance the spatial imagination of stakeholders through XR-supported methods.

Exploring Human-Technology Interaction in Virtual and Real Spaces

The XR participation system enables citizens to participate in participatory urban development processes, regardless of location or time. By examining human-technology interaction in virtual and real spaces, the project aims to create a more inclusive and immersive participation experience.

Organizer and Venue

The conference is organized by the Institute for Urban Research, Planning, and Communication at the Erfurt University of Applied Sciences, located in Erfurt, Thuringia, Germany.

Event Details

• Date: November 29, 2024
• Time: Online conference ( timings TBA)
• Venue: Online
• Registration: Free, open until the day of the event
• URL: [insert link]

Related Topics

• Construction/Architecture
• Information Technology
• Conference/Symposium/(Annual) Meeting

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