Second Life, a 3-D Animated Virtual World: An Alternative Platform for (Art) Education
Overview & Synopsis
3-D animated virtual worlds are no longer only for gaming. With the advance of technology, animated virtual worlds not only are found on every computer, but also connect users with the internet. Today, virtual worlds are created not only by companies, but also through the collaboration of users. Online 3-D animated virtual worlds provide a new environment for life, imagination, and education. Second Life (SL) is one of the most popular 3-D animated virtual worlds today. This 3-D animated virtual world is entirely built and owned by its residents (users). In this article, the author talks about Second Life as an alternative platform for delivering art education or teaching art. (Contains 11 endnotes.)
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Document Information
| Document Title | Second Life, a 3-D Animated Virtual World: An Alternative Platform for (Art) Education |
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| Author / Organization | Han, Hsiao-Cheng |
| Subject & Discipline | Art Education, Computer Simulation, Internet |
| Categories | Education & Pedagogy |
| Publication Year | 2011 |
| License / Rights | Public Domain / Open Access Educational Resource |
| Resource Verification | Listed PDF (Verification Pending) |
| Original Host Website |
ERIC (Education Resources)
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| File Format | application/pdf (Portable Document Format) |
| Language | EN |
| Catalog ID | DOC-231225 |
| Original Source Link | Visit Source Page on eric.ed.gov » |