Using 3D Graphics for Learning and Collaborating Online

Monahan, T.; McArdle, G.; Bertolotto, M.

Using 3D Graphics for Learning and Collaborating Online

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033-040.pdf (2.47 MB)

Date

2005

Authors

Monahan, T.
McArdle, G.
Bertolotto, M.

Publisher

The Eurographics Association

Abstract

Today, the use of e-learning is common place. E-learning courses are now becoming prevalent on the Internet. They offer students great flexibility as well as a wide range of subjects. Traditionally the majority of these courses provide learners with text-based material and allow them to contact the course tutor via email. Virtual Reality (VR) has a lot to offer the e-learning paradigm. 3D virtual worlds can give people a sense of belonging and, as they mimic the real world, they are a natural way to access information. This paper describes CLEV-R, a collaborative learning environment with Virtual Reality. This environment uses VR and multimedia to deliver learning material to students in a stimulating and motivating manner. By using a suite of communication tools, students can learn, collaborate and socialise on line.

        @inproceedings{:10.2312/Conf/EG2005/Education/033-040
,
booktitle = {Eurographics 2005 - Education Papers
},
editor = {Jean-Jacques Bourdin and Hugh McCabe
},
title = {{Using 3D Graphics for Learning and Collaborating Online
}},
author = {Monahan, T. and 
McArdle, G. and 
Bertolotto, M.
},
year = {2005
},
publisher = {The Eurographics Association
},
ISSN = {1017-4656
},
ISBN = {},
DOI = {/10.2312/Conf/EG2005/Education/033-040
}
}