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Author Archives: Stylianos Mystakidis

Epic Presentations on VWBPE

Stylianos & Sicily playing Xantho’s traditional Maya Marimba in the 3d poster of UW Maya Island at VWBPE12
Today I will be presenting, coordinating or participating in the following sessions in the Virtual Worlds Best Practices in Education conference (VWBPE).

Panel discussion on the past, present and future of virtual worlds education
When: Friday, [...]

The Potential of Open Education in Virtual Worlds

Open Education in Virtual Worlds
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«Tapping the Potential of Open Blended Courses in Virtual Worlds» describes an epic quest for change and innovation in higher education.
Upatras Open Workshop presentation in the VWBPE (Virtual Worlds Best Practices in Education) conference. The session takes place on Friday March 16th, 6pm SLT/PDT = [...]

US Government Projects on Virtual Worlds

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Paulette Robinson gave a quick paced talk at the Training for Success Series and explained the ways US Federal Government uses Virtual Worlds to save on travel expenses, utilize presence for cross-agency collaboration and have a meaningful impact on fields such as health-care, operations [...]

UWVW Alumni Epic Showdown in VWBPE conference

UWVW Alumni are among the protagonists at the upcoming Virtual Worlds Best Practices in Education conference! Don’t miss the following fascinating events in chronological order featuring UW Alumni in :

Panel discussion on the past, present and future of virtual worlds education
Who: Val, Zinnia, Stylianos, Leela
When: Friday, March 16th, 10-11am SLT
Where: Edtech Island, [...]

Gamification of Training

Professor Karl Kapp presented at the latest Train for Success session his new book, “The Gamification of Training: Game-based Methods and Strategies for Learning and Instruction.” During the presentation Professor Kapp provided useful tips on why, when and how to design online instruction that leverages the best elements of online games to [...]

IBM Inclusive Leadership Training in Second Life

Representatives from IBM’s Center for Advanced Learning walk us through a highly interactive virtual worlds class enabling managers to learn about inclusive leadership and practice new skills.
The walkthrough in the Learning Commons island in Second Life was led by Laura Solomon, IBM Leadership Development, Global Design Team and Amy Groves, [...]

Engagement, Achievement and Performance in Virtual Worlds

Dr. Karen Cooper, Research Scientist for Naval Air Systems Command, presents the findings of her research on Engagement, Achievement and Performance in Virtual Worlds at the Train for Success session, Second Life, February 2nd 2012.
More information about Dr. Karen Cooper’s PhD research «Go with the flow»:
http://www.dtic.mil/cgi-bin/GetTRDoc?AD=ADA514681
http://etd.fcla.edu/CF/CFE0002877/Cooper_Karen_E_200912_PhD.pdf
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What can Virtual Worlds do for People with Disabilities

Check out Simon Stevens‘ inspring story. Simon is a consultant who uses Virtual Worlds and specifically Second Life to enhance the life of people with disabilities. He has also been a successful entrepreneur running the club wheelies.

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Ετικέτες: business, disability, second life, T4S

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Game design with limited resources

Lucas Blair shares interesting tips and concepts about serious game creation such as one-page design that are useful for other contexts as well.

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Duke corporate augmented education

Steve Mahaley demonstrates in a lively Training for Success session the innovative incorporation of mobile technologies in distance & blended learning activities of the Duke Corporate Education.

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