Kapp Notes

OCTOBER 7, 2009

Recently, a number of individuals have inquired about resources for virtual world research. Journal of Virtual World Research --Great resource. This journal has freely available PDF articles describing the vast amount of work being done in virtual worlds. Here are some valuable links. by Robert J.

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Infopro Learning

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Companies understand that in today’s fast and always-changing business world, it’s really important to help their employees grow and get better at what they do. Instructor-Led Training brings experts and learners together physically or virtually. This factor holds pivotal importance for achieving long-term success.

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Origin Learning

OCTOBER 21, 2014

Games that are designed to improve the productivity and skills of learners are a good investment of organizational resources. However, adding games for games’ sake is definitely a no-no. A gamification strategy must be clear; every game should serve its own purpose of learning. Image Credits – Freepik.com.

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Fly Plugins

DECEMBER 5, 2023

In the fast-paced world of online education, it’s essential to stay ahead of the curve and anticipate the needs of learners in the up coming year. Also in an increasingly interconnected world, cybersecurity is of paramount importance especially for business owners.

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Hurix Digital

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Gamification refers to the use of game-like elements in non-game contexts. However, gamification offers a revolutionary approach to engaging students in virtual wards, diagnosing patients, and learning new skills. Gamification can streamline onboarding, improve patient outcomes, and promote healthy behaviors.

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Learnnovators

JANUARY 20, 2021

Her focus has been on utilizing the disciplines of educational psychology, instructional design, and behavioral science to promote and support the improvement of peoples’ lives through sustainable long-term learning and behavioral change. Google and YouTube have changed the game. She holds an M.S.

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Kapp Notes

MARCH 18, 2010

I have a couple of ideas, about measuring virtual world learning but would love to have input from others to learn how they are assessing the learning taking place in virtual worlds, please comment on your blog and then link in the comments of this blog any ideas or examples of how you are assessing learning in 3D Virtual Immersive Environments.

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Magic EdTech

JANUARY 24, 2023

There is a common conception that playing video games can lead to extreme behavior or game addiction. This is because games have a tendency to raise a child’s engagement levels, causing them to become absorbed in the game mechanics. You cannot possibly learn everything with chalk and talk in the modern world.

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Kapp Notes

JANUARY 28, 2009

One of the great things about what I do is getting to meet and work with really thoughtful and creative people and the other day, I got a chance to brainstorm with a group of great people on the topic of Virtual World Implementations. It makes it more fun and more engaging. Why invest in 3D learning spaces?

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Hurix Digital

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Uses Augmented Reality for Engaging Customers Implements High-End UX and UI for Brand Recognition Employs Rewards and Challenges within Games for Elevated Customer Retention Drives Specific Consumer Behavior Helps in Providing a Personalized and Interactive Experience Takeaway What is Gamification in Retail?

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Kapp Notes

MARCH 4, 2010

Yesterday, I had the privilege of touring a fascinating project in the 3D virtual immersive environment of Second Life. It is called The Virtual Worlds Story Project with the tag line "Weaving the Narrative Threads of Our Lives." What better place to start than in a 3D Virtual Immersive Environment.

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Kitaboo

APRIL 24, 2024

Such innovations and revolutions highly impact the world of education. Top Innovations in K-12 digital education Content Adoption of Artificial Intelligence Flipped Classroom Approach Data Analytics Leveraging the Internet of Things Digital Content Libraries AR/VR Content and Simulation Games V.

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Coreaxis

APRIL 20, 2022

Corporate training gamification and game-based learning are becoming the gold standard for training. Whether they take part in immersive learning or simple games, learners have fun experiences and can learn from mistakes while receiving coaching and feedback in real time. Why Is Gaming So Effective? .

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Online education using WordPress as LMS

JANUARY 27, 2022

This year, Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality are going to rule the eLearning industry. What is Virtual Reality? Virtual Reality (VR) is a technology that is designed to create experiences similar to the real world. Virtual Reality (VR) is a technology that is designed to create experiences similar to the real world.

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Kapp Notes

AUGUST 7, 2012

Walk a mile in digital shoes: The impact of embodied perspective-taking on the reduction of negative stereotyping in immersive virtual environments. See more research at the Stanford Virtual Human Interaction Lab. Virtual self-modeling: the effects of vicarious reinforcement and identification on exercise behaviors.

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Roundtable Learning

MARCH 1, 2024

As the merge between the digital and physical world becomes more seamless – there’s a growing curiosity about how technology can enhance our human experiences. People who have trained in virtual reality (VR) may have unique insight on this topic. So, what are the benefits of creating humanized digital learning solutions?

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Kapp Notes

DECEMBER 20, 2016

In my work with games and gamification I have the opportunity to travel around the globe talking to folks who are working on various aspects of games and gamification from vendors to practitioners to consultants. Continued Strong Interest in Gamification and Game-based Learning. In the article, Play This Game and Win a Job!

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PDG

AUGUST 9, 2023

TECHNOLOGY 5 Reasons Why Virtual Reality Learning Is Worth Considering Written By: Rich Mesch August 9, 2023 – 4 min read Another year, another learning trend, am I right? This year everybody’s talking about Virtual Reality, another trend that will eventually burn itself out, right? What is Virtual Reality? Actually, no.

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Kapp Notes

NOVEMBER 17, 2010

The Role of Games and Simulations In Learning. Walk a mile in digital shoes: The impact of embodied perspective-taking on the reduction of negative stereotyping in immersive virtual environments. See more research at the Stanford Virtual Human Interaction Lab. And the slides I used for my presentation. Media Psychology.

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Kapp Notes

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

candidate about games and simulations to augment his literature review. So here is the answer to the first question which is, “What are the key advantages of Serious Games/Immersive Learning Simulations?&#. Game Element. Learning outcomes presented in a game context with specific missions/goals/tasks. Key Advantage.

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Appsembler

AUGUST 6, 2023

Welcome to “Cloud-Based Virtual Training: Empowering Remote Learning for the Digital Age.” ” This comprehensive guide will explore the world of cloud-based virtual training, its rising importance in the digital age, and its benefits to education and corporate training.

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Kapp Notes

NOVEMBER 7, 2012

John has spent several years researching instructional gaming and his doctoral dissertation focuses on predictors for student success in educational video games. To foster higher level skills, the player should assume a role during the game and not just play. Assume a Role. A role-play that involves speaking to a nurse.

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Hurix Digital

MARCH 27, 2024

It enables you to create virtual learning environments that simulate experiments and explore the unknown. That’s where AI in STEM education steps up as a game-changer. They can step into virtual learning environments that transcend the limitations of physical spaces.

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Ideaon

JANUARY 11, 2018

While Gamification became a buzzword and an over-hyped usage across the e-Learning world, I silently wondered how much one could learn from games. Sure, there are games that invoke curiosity, there are some that evoke and provoke and make the grey-cells tickle. But do games teach by themselves? So, where is the learning?

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The Game Agency

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

The global e-sports industry has exploded, with revenues from competitive online gaming expected to reach $906 million this year. Training professionals have the opportunity to make video games a force for good, though. The Benefits of Video Games. Online Gaming Use Cases.

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Kapp Notes

JANUARY 22, 2014

Unfortunately, the weather here in Pennsylvania did not cooperate with my desire to head to Las Vegas to talk about game design. Here is some information on thinking like a game designer. Improve Training: Thinking Like a Game Designer. Five Gaming Elements for Effective eLearning. August 24- 26, Cleveland, Ohio, USA.

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Dynamic Pixel

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Imagine a training program that feels more like an exhilarating gaming adventure than a mundane classroom session. In today’s blog post, we’ll dive into the world of gamified training and learning techniques that will revolutionize the way you enhance your leadership abilities. What is Gamification and How Does it Work?

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STRIVR

JULY 20, 2021

One exciting technology to position the worker to succeed is Virtual Reality (VR). VR has taken the HR world by storm. Even with the significant changes to how our world works, VR is a cornerstone of corporate learning today and a foundation for where things are headed. What can you do with a VR headset?

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Kapp Notes

MAY 21, 2013

W209 – Interactivity, Games, and Gamification: A Research-Based Approach to Engaging Learners Through Games from Karl Kapp. Game Development Software ThinkingWorlds (3D Software). Raptivity(Games Pack). See more research at the Stanford Virtual Human Interaction Lab. Companies Mentioned. Enspire Learning.

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Kapp Notes

FEBRUARY 26, 2010

With virtual worlds, we can expand the use of storytelling. In a 3D virtual world, the learner is not just observing a story or scenario, the learner becomes a character within the story. Adding these elements together in a virtual world learning event creates an effective story for learning.

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Kitaboo

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Thus, managing the virtual classroom effectively becomes vital. This raises the question: how can educators successfully manage both the virtual and physical classroom to maintain student engagement throughout their learning experience? The End Note What are Classroom Management Features?

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Dashe & Thomson

OCTOBER 26, 2011

It’s hard to deny that games-in-learning is something of the “cool new thing” on the learning block these days (although Andrea makes a great point that it’s not really all that new). Titled “ Companies Adopt Gaming Techniques to Motivate Employees ” it is reproduced below. Some companies build their own games in-house.

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Kapp Notes

JANUARY 30, 2013

Here are the slides from my presentation, my workshop on “Games and Gamification” with Koreen Olbrish will be in another post. The “Immernet”: Immersive Learning through Games, Gamification and Virtual Worlds from Karl Kapp. See more research at the Stanford Virtual Human Interaction Lab.

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CLO Magazine

MAY 12, 2023

In recent years, virtual reality technology has rapidly evolved and become far more accessible, providing new opportunities for learning and development professionals to produce immersive and engaging learning experiences we never could create before. It describes a virtual space where anyone could go and interact with one another.

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Kapp Notes

DECEMBER 2, 2010

Another question related to serious games and immersive learning simulations: “What are the shortcomings in the scholarship/research around. Serious Games/Immersive Learning Simulations? &#. I saw a study once comparing a linear elearning course and an experience within the virtual world of Second Life.

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Hurix Digital

JUNE 1, 2023

Instead, imagine a dynamic learning environment that immerses you in interactive challenges, rewards your progress, and ignites your passion for learning. Gamification in e-learning is not just about playing games—it’s a powerful tool that enhances engagement, motivation, and retention. Picture yourself playing a video game.

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PDG

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

It’s up to sales leaders to nurture and reinforce A-player behaviors among the B-players to enable them to sell more effectively. Artificial intelligence (AI) is the simulation of intelligent behavior in computers. AI can also look at a salesperson’s behaviors and trends, and based on that, it can recommend the best course of action.

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