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Virtual Worlds: Affordances and Learning

Clark Quinn

Two days ago I attended the 3D Teaching, Learning, & Collaboration conference, organized by Tony O’Driscoll. I’ve previously posted my thoughts on virtual worlds, but I had a wee bit of a revelation that I want to get clear in my head, and it ties into several things that went on at the conference.

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Overcoming the Objection: 3D Virtual Worlds Look Too Much Like a Game

Kapp Notes

Here is some advice from Karen Keeter a marketing executive at IBM Research. Karen is working to define the emerging market IBM calls the "3-D Internet." Here is her advice when someone says that 3D worlds look too much like a game. Many of the virtual environments being demonstrated have the same basic functions.

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Corporate Training Through Mobile Learning for Remote Workers

Thinkdom

This accelerated the trend of remote work, reshaping traditional workplaces all around the world. The Evolving Landscape of Remote Work In the post-pandemic world, remote work is witnessing a surge, with 12.7% Take IBM for example. IBM found that for every dollar they spent on online training, they got $30 back in productivity.

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Virtual Worlds #lrnchat

Clark Quinn

In last night’s #lrnchat , the topic was virtual worlds (VWs). The first question to be addressed was whether virtual worlds had been over or underhyped. The second question explored when and where virtual worlds make sense. It was a lively session, as always. Both are true, of course.

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IBM Launches New Skills Programs

CLO Magazine

The new resources will aim to help reduce a critical technology skills gap outlined in IBM's 2012 Tech Trends Report released Wednesday. 5 IBM has announced an array of programs and resources to help students and IT professionals develop new technology skills and prepare for jobs of the future. Armonk, N.Y. — Dec.

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The Best CloudShare Alternatives: A Comprehensive Guide

Appsembler

Explore the dynamic world of CloudShare alternatives in this comprehensive guide. Understanding CloudShare CloudShare is a prominent player in the virtual IT labs space. Its solution provides organizations with a platform to construct, manage, and distribute intricate computing environments within the cloud infrastructure.

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How to Measure and Optimize eLearning ROI: Strategies, Tools, and Case Studies

eLearningMind

In this blog post, we will explore the strategies, tools, and real-world case studies that can help you effectively measure and optimize eLearning ROI. It involves assessing the impact of eLearning on employee performance, productivity, and, ultimately, the organization’s bottom line.