<![CDATA[Cathy Tombs : Activity]]> Elgg http://elgg.jiscemerge.org.uk/ctombs/ <![CDATA[National Workshop 23-10-08 outputs]]> http://elgg.jiscemerge.org.uk/ctombs/weblog/2033.html http://elgg.jiscemerge.org.uk/ctombs/weblog/2033.html Tue, 06 Jan 2009 10:43:04 GMT Our Benefits Realisation bid, funded by JISC, is anchored within PREVIEW, PLaNET, Open Habitat and the Emerge community, and is designed to maximise knowledge sharing across the higher education sector.

Evidence from presentations and keynotes undertaken worldwide across the projects indicate the need for a face to face dissemination and knowledge sharing event which includes road maps of activities that work in immersive virtual worlds and machinima that can be used as demonstrators.

From this evidence, a National Workshop was organised and hosted by Coventry University on October 23rd 2008. A vast number of delegates came from across the UK HE sector and some from even further. The workshop was a massive success, bringing together diverse groups involved in developing learning in immersive worlds both within and beyond the Emerge community and related projects.

See below for details of the presentations and links to the National Workshop's outputs. Unfortunately we were not able to film all presentations.

Please note you will need Microsoft Powerpoint to view the slideshows.

National Workshop 23-10-08 Outputs

  • Simon Bignell, University of Derby :- Good practice: Giving talks, seminars and teaching in 3D multi-user virtual environments [Video] [Powerpoint Presentation]
  • Mark Childs, Coventry University :- The Theatron project [Video]
  • Emily Conradi, Terry Poulton, Sheetal Kavia & Luke Woodham, St. George's University :- The PREVIEW project [Powerpoint Presentation]
  • Jim Hensman, Coventry University :- Virtual and physical worlds and in-between: where does the learning fit?
  • David Burden, DADEN Ltd. :- Integrating virtual worlds with the web and the physical world [PDF presentation]
  • Nicola Avery, Lee Gillam and Anna VartapetianceSalmasi, University of Surrey :- Machine ethics and online gambling: building the EthiCasino [Video] [Powerpoint Presentation]
  • Joff Chafer, Coventry University :- Augmented Second Life performances
  • David White, University of Oxford :- The unbearable lightness of being (an avatar) [Video]
  • Maggi Savin-Baden :- Questions, reflections and close [Video]
]]> <![CDATA[Learning Innovation study]]> http://elgg.jiscemerge.org.uk/ctombs/weblog/1732.html http://elgg.jiscemerge.org.uk/ctombs/weblog/1732.html Thu, 09 Oct 2008 08:03:29 GMT I am part of the Learning Innovation team at Coventry University. At present I am undertaking a study into how education in immersive virtual worlds affects end users and their practice. The research involves meeting with staff and students who have experience with learning in virtual worlds. I am currently seeking about 10 students to interview and about 3 staff members. If anyone is interested in participating or, more urgently, knows of any students who may be interested, please drop me an e-mail at c.tombs@coventry.ac.uk.

See the information sheet for more details below:

 

What is the purpose of this study?

The aim of this study is to explore the impact of learning in immersive worlds on end users and their practice. We wish to interview staff and students and users about their experiences with learning in virtual worlds such as Second Life. The purpose is to hear the participants’ accounts of their experiences told in their own words. The data collected will then be condensed into several publications detailing how responses to new technologies are affecting the end users and their practice.

What do I have to do?

An interview will be arranged between you and the interviewer for a time, date and place convenient to you. At the interview, you will be asked a series of questions related to your experiences in learning in immersive worlds. You should tell of your experiences in your own words, almost as if telling a story. The interview should take approximately 30 minutes.

If for some reason you cannot attend the interview but still wish to take part, a telephone interview can be arranged.

What if I change my mind?

Your participation in this study is purely voluntary and should you wish to withdraw at any point, you are free to do so without having to give a reason. Likewise, if there are any questions during the interview process that you do not feel comfortable answering, please say so and we will move on to the next question.

What will happen to the information I give?

The interview will be digitally recorded so that the interviewer can focus all their attention on listening to you rather than taking notes. The interview will then be transcribed; however any personal details that may affect your anonymity will be kept confidential.

 
What will happen to the results of the study?

It is planned that this research will be published. However we are keen to ensure total anonymity on your behalf.  

 

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