Issues and challenges of teaching and learning in 3D virtual worlds: real life case studies
We aimed to study the characteristics and usage patterns of 3D virtual worlds in the context of teaching and learning. To achieve this, we organised a full-day workshop to explore, discuss and investigate the educational use of 3D virtual worlds. Thirty participants took part in the workshop. All conversations were recorded and transcribed for analysis. Thematic analysis was carried out to identify prominent issues and topics. We found that to fully utilise 3D virtual worlds for teaching and learning, students, tutors and educational institutions face a number of socio-psychological, pedagogic... Show more
Authors: Pfeil, Ulrike; Ang, Chee Siang; Zaphiris, Panayiotis
Published: Abingdon, England, Routledge, Taylor & Francis, 2009
Resource type: Article
Access item:
Publisher or alternative source
