3D Social Virtual WorldsJames W. Kinneer

Evelyn Anne MocekMalaika M. Turner

Indiana University of PennsylvaniaGames and Simulations

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What are 3D Social Virtual Worlds?

3D social virtual worlds are online environments that simulate the real world and that allow users to interact through characters known as “avatars”.

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Past worlds

Maze War – 1974Multi-User Dungeon (MUD) 1978Habitat – 1987Webworld 1994Dreamscape – 1994WorldsAway – 1995Second Life - 2003

Virtual Worlds for Education

Virtual worlds offer a powerful avenue for instructors to provide interactive teaching and promote student learning

Images from IUP islands in Second Life