Scientific Simulations for Students in Virtual Worlds.
Submitted by pdecell on Fri, 05/01/2009 - 16:04.
Name:
Paul Decelles
Abstract:
This presentation explores the use of virtual worlds to enhance student understanding of science. The main focus will be on Second Life, but other systems will be discussed. The presenter will focus on Science-related examples as well as several modules developed during the author's recent sabbatical. The session will illustrate the strengths and limitations of current virtual world technologies when designing interactive and collaborative activities for science students.
Session Type (Sessions are 45-60 minutes in length, except Speed Geeking which are 10 minute round robins):
Presentation
Intended Audience:
Teach/Faculty
Novice
Higher Education
Intermediate
Advanced
What will attendees at this presentation learn that they can apply at their institution/organization?:
Attendees will get a look at some of the different ways of presenting science in virtual worlds, and some of the available options that are becoming available. They will also get to see specific examples of modules developed in Second Life, and some of the design and scripting issues that have to be currently dealt with in developing simulations of processes in science using virtual worlds.
Would you be willing to share a time slot with another presenter, or participate as part of a panel on this topic?:
most certainly
