The eLearning Coach

FEBRUARY 9, 2010

According to the authors, Karl Kapp and Tony Driscoll, it’s just a matter of time until virtual immersive environments are commonly accepted as the learning mode of choice. You may be surprised at the ways learning can potentially be transformed when people are engaged in a virtual immersive environment. Generative Learning.

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The eLearning Coach

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

In this two-part interview, Karl covers everything from video games to virtual 3D worlds, their cognitive advantages and future trends in online learning. Karl: Well, one area that is near and dear to me right now is the use of 3D virtual immersive environments. My first experience in a 3D world was horrific.

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The eLearning Coach

DECEMBER 27, 2009

With 3D virtual environments coming online at a steady pace, sophisticated virtual authoring software, and augmented reality beginning to take hold, learning in 3D is now more feasible than ever. Immersive and Gaming Environments. eBook Readers.

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The eLearning Coach

NOVEMBER 23, 2009

We need to create guidelines to help target informal learning, we need to create environments in which informal learning can occur (both virtually and face-to-face) and we need to encourage experts within our organizations to actively engage in sharing knowledge. However, the one thing that is missing, in my opinion, is the 3D element.

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The eLearning Coach

JANUARY 14, 2010

When your audience members are involved in the challenge of a game or focused on solving problems in a virtual environment, learning becomes an incidental aspect of winning or finding solutions. Provide real world practice activities. You may be the only advocate they have in this big world. Make it visually compelling.

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The eLearning Coach

AUGUST 22, 2009

Twitter the latest screencast to virtual and mobile employees. This is an obstacle to all who might want to use the app for anything the world was not meant to see. Use screencasts to provide on-demand support from a technical team, for internal and external clients. Twitter new product screens or designs to potential clients.

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The eLearning Coach

JANUARY 14, 2010

When your audience members are involved in the challenge of a game or focused on solving problems in a virtual environment, learning becomes an incidental aspect of winning or finding solutions. Provide real world practice activities. You may be the only advocate they have in this big world. Make it visually compelling.

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