scholarly journals Course Lectures as Problem-Based Learning Interventions in Virtual Worlds

2013 ◽  
pp. 81-96 ◽  
Author(s):  
Spyros Vosinakis ◽  
Panayiotis Koutsabasis ◽  
Panagiotis Zaharias
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Worlds ◽  
Problem Based Learning ◽  
Learning Interventions

scholarly journals The Six Learnings of Second Life: a Framework for Designing Curricular Interventions In-world

2009 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kenneth Lim
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Worlds ◽  
Second Life ◽  
Traditional Classroom ◽  
Classroom Environments ◽  
Pedagogical Strategy ◽  
Planning And Design ◽  
Design Of Learning Environments ◽  
Technological University ◽  
Curricular Interventions ◽  
Learning Interventions

Editor’s CornerThe six learnings of Second Life:A framework for designing curricular interventions in-worldBy Kenneth Y T Lim, Nanyang Technological University, SingaporeIn this paper, a framework for facilitating effective and targeted planning and design of learning environments within Second Life and other similar virtual worlds and environments will be shared. A possible scenario faced by school-leaders and teachers, with respect to thinking about incorporating virtual worlds as a complementary pedagogical strategy alongside traditional classroom environments is first described and then the Six Learnings framework will then be elaborated upon, including its use discussed as a metric against which such learning interventions can be planned and subsequently evaluated.

The Design of Immersive Virtual Learning Environments Utilizing Problem-Based Learning Templates

2019 ◽  
pp. 430-449
Author(s):  
Donna Russell
Keyword(s):  
Learning Environment ◽  
Virtual Worlds ◽  
Curriculum Design ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Problem Based Learning ◽  
Virtual Learning ◽  
Design Model ◽  
Learning Theories ◽  
Learner Engagement ◽  
Sociocultural Learning Theories

The purpose of this chapter is to describe the design of template for the design of an immersive virtual learning environment that includes collaborative learning virtual worlds as problem-solving scenarios that engage students in virtual explorations of worlds. The problem-based learning 3d model incorporates a curriculum design model that includes a real-world issue that correlates to the virtual scenarios or games. This virtual PBL design model also includes a learning assessment process that utilizes sociocultural learning theories to develop an ongoing feedback model for assessment of learning in a 3d problem-based learning environment. This problem-based learning model combines the benefits of games, such as high-levels of learner engagement, real-life simulations, with research on cognition and instructional design to create a design model that can be modified to develop advanced knowledge, skills and concepts in multiple educational settings.

Engaging Learners in the Digital Age through Self-Discovery Learning

2012 ◽  
pp. 218-229
Author(s):  
Ramesh C Sharma ◽  
Paul Kawachi
Keyword(s):  
Web 2.0 ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Virtual Worlds ◽  
Digital Age ◽  
Discovery Learning ◽  
Collaborative Communication ◽  
New Models ◽  
Innovative Learning ◽  
Self Discovery ◽  
Learning Interventions

The development of social networking, Web 2.0, and virtual worlds has opened new avenues for online collaborative communication. For learners in this digital age, there is a need to devise new models and metaphors to examine the learner and teacher interactions with technologies and for models which can help in designing effective and innovative learning interventions. In this chapter we examine some models and discuss how learners can be guided to become engaged in self-discovery learning.

Design Process of Three-Dimensional Multi-User Virtual Environments (3D MUVEs) for Teaching Tree Species

2020 ◽  
pp. 117-137
Author(s):  
Gamze Mercan ◽  
Dilek Doğan ◽  
Pınar Köseoğlu ◽  
Hakan Tüzün
Keyword(s):  
Design Process ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Virtual Worlds ◽  
Tree Species ◽  
Collaborative Work ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Problem Based Learning ◽  
Learning Approach ◽  
Instructional Design Process ◽  
Faculty Of Education

This study aims to realize the concept of biodiversity, which is one of the subjects covered by environmental education, with 3D virtual worlds platform and to realize the biological richness of users in their environment and to provide awareness of the species they see in their immediate surroundings. It is aimed to design 3D MUVE to teach tree species to pre-service teachers within framework of Instructional design process in 3D MUVEs based on problem-based learning approach. Four different design groups are third year undergraduate students (N=21) from the Department of Computer Education and Instructional Technology in the Faculty of Education at a large state university. For design process, participants with collaborative work designed 3D environments with a problem-based learning approach. The design process of 3D MUVEs was realized with the participation of researchers as trainers, guides, technical support personnel, and observers during the 16 weeks within the scope of the course. Also, participants were involved in the role of both learner and instructional designer.

The Design of Immersive Virtual Learning Environments Utilizing Problem-Based Learning Templates

2019 ◽  
pp. 151-170
Author(s):  
Donna Russell
Keyword(s):  
Learning Environment ◽  
Virtual Worlds ◽  
Curriculum Design ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Problem Based Learning ◽  
Virtual Learning ◽  
Design Model ◽  
Learning Theories ◽  
Learner Engagement ◽  
Sociocultural Learning Theories

The purpose of this chapter is to describe the design of template for the design of an immersive virtual learning environment that includes collaborative learning virtual worlds as problem-solving scenarios that engage students in virtual explorations of worlds. The problem-based learning 3d model incorporates a curriculum design model that includes a real-world issue that correlates to the virtual scenarios or games. This virtual PBL design model also includes a learning assessment process that utilizes sociocultural learning theories to develop an ongoing feedback model for assessment of learning in a 3d problem-based learning environment. This problem-based learning model combines the benefits of games, such as high-levels of learner engagement, real-life simulations, with research on cognition and instructional design to create a design model that can be modified to develop advanced knowledge, skills and concepts in multiple educational settings.

The Design of Immersive Virtual Learning Environments Utilizing Problem-Based Learning Templates

2016 ◽  
pp. 105-123
Author(s):  
Donna Russell
Keyword(s):  
Learning Environment ◽  
Virtual Worlds ◽  
Curriculum Design ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Problem Based Learning ◽  
Virtual Learning ◽  
Design Model ◽  
Learning Theories ◽  
Learner Engagement ◽  
Sociocultural Learning Theories

The purpose of this chapter is to describe the design of template for the design of an immersive virtual learning environment that includes collaborative learning virtual worlds as problem-solving scenarios that engage students in virtual explorations of worlds. The problem-based learning 3d model incorporates a curriculum design model that includes a real-world issue that correlates to the virtual scenarios or games. This virtual PBL design model also includes a learning assessment process that utilizes sociocultural learning theories to develop an ongoing feedback model for assessment of learning in a 3d problem-based learning environment. This problem-based learning model combines the benefits of games, such as high-levels of learner engagement, real-life simulations, with research on cognition and instructional design to create a design model that can be modified to develop advanced knowledge, skills and concepts in multiple educational settings.

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