Abstract
This paper explores the potential learning benefits of 3D Learning Environments (3DLEs). It presents definitions of key terms and analyses the learner-computer interactions facilitated by 3DLEs, in order to identify the unique characteristics of such environments It is argued that the most important potential contribution of 3DLEs to conceptual understanding is through facilitation of spatial knowledge development. The effectiveness of 3DLEs for spatial learning is discussed, drawing on literature from a range of disciplines. Aspects of a research agenda are identified including exploration of the characteristics of 3DLEs that are most important for spatial learning along with issues in designing appropriate learning tasks.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | 19th annual conference of the Australasian society for computers in learning in tertiary education, Winds of change in the sea of learning |
Place of Publication | Auckland, New Zealand |
Publisher | UNITEC Institute of Technology |
Pages | 1-10 |
Number of pages | 10 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 0473091194 |
Publication status | Published - 2002 |
Event | Annual Conference of the Australasian Society for Computers in Learning in Tertiary Education - Auckland, New Zealand, New Zealand Duration: 08 Dec 2002 → 11 Dec 2002 |
Conference
Conference | Annual Conference of the Australasian Society for Computers in Learning in Tertiary Education |
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Country | New Zealand |
Period | 08/12/02 → 11/12/02 |