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Learning in Virtual Worlds - Research and Applications (Paperback)
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Learning in Virtual Worlds - Research and Applications (Paperback)
Series: Issues in Distance Education
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Three-dimensional (3D) immersive virtual worlds have been touted
asbeing capable of facilitating highly interactive, engaging,
multimodallearning experiences. Much of the evidence gathered to
support theseclaims has been anecdotal but the potential that these
environmentshold to solve traditional problems in online and
technology-mediatededucation—primarily learner isolation and
studentdisengagement—has resulted in considerable investments in
virtualworld platforms like Second Life, OpenSimulator, and Open
Wonderland byboth professors and institutions. To justify this
ongoing and sustainedinvestment, institutions and proponents of
simulated learningenvironments must assemble a robust body of
evidence that illustratesthe most effective use of this powerful
learning tool. In this authoritative collection, a team of
international expertsoutline the emerging trends and developments
in the use of 3D virtualworlds for teaching and learning. They
explore aspects of learnerinteraction with virtual worlds, such as
user wayfinding in SecondLife, communication modes and perceived
presence, and accessibilityissues for elderly or disabled learners.
They also examine advancedtechnologies that hold potential for the
enhancement of learnerimmersion and discuss best practices in the
design and implementationof virtual world-based learning
interventions and tasks. By evaluatingand documenting different
methods, approaches, and strategies, thecontributors to Learning in
Virtual Worlds offer importantinformation and insight to both
scholars and practitioners in thefield.
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