Kiwrious sensors plug directly into a USB port and measure phenomena such as ultraviolet light, visible light, conductance, total volatile organic compounds, humidity and ambient temperature. We deployed the sensors and companion science learning platform to 35 schools across New Zealand in 2021. The videos were part of the learning materials provided for teachers and students through the platform.
I worked with the education team to create these sensor videos. I drafted the scripts for most of the videos, filmed, animated and edited them using Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premier Pro. The information in the scripts was pulled from online research and the education team's sensor lesson plans. They also proofread and edited the scripts.
Purpose and context
The videos should help students understand how to use each sensor
What does this sensor measure?
What do the readings / values mean (is this high/low, good/bad, how do I interpret it?)
Relate measurements to real-world examples (e.g. UV index / relative humidity in weather reports)
Understand how to hold, position or orientate the sensor (if relevant)
Students might watch the videos
When teachers show the videos to the entire class when introducing the sensor
At their own pace during self-study or exploration time
Videos
Note: The script for the temperature sensor video was drafted by Michelle, a design intern on the team.