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Enhancing the Learning Experience Through Augmented Reality: Practical Applications and Success Stories

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|Jul 2025

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Language: English
Page range: 196 - 207
Published on: Jul 5, 2025
Published by: Nicolae Balcescu Land Forces Academy
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
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