3d social virtual worlds
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3D Social Virtual WorldsJames W. Kinneer
Evelyn Anne MocekMalaika M. Turner
Indiana University of PennsylvaniaGames and Simulations
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What are 3D Social Virtual Worlds?
3D social virtual worlds are online environments that simulate the real world and that allow users to interact through characters known as “avatars”.
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Past worlds
Maze War – 1974Multi-User Dungeon (MUD) 1978Habitat – 1987Webworld 1994Dreamscape – 1994WorldsAway – 1995Second Life - 2003
Virtual Worlds for Education
Virtual worlds offer a powerful avenue for instructors to provide interactive teaching and promote student learning
Images from IUP islands in Second Life
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