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Envisioning the Educational Possibilities of Online Learning User-Created Virtual Worlds - Antonacci, D. & Modaress, AACE Journal
Educational games and simulations can engage students in higher-level cognitive thinking, such as interpreting, analyzing, discovering, evaluating, acting, and problem solving. Recent technical advances in multiplayer, usercreated virtual worlds have significantly expanded the capabilities of user interaction and development within these simulated worlds. This ability to develop and interact with your own simulated world offers many new and exciting educational possibilities. This article explores the technical capabilities and educational potential of these new worlds.
  posted by Ray at 6/26/2008 12:02:00 AM permanent item link   

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