Designing language activities using Second Life

Abd. Hamid, Mohd Azrul Azlen and Abdullah, Aishah@Adeline Low Hui Lin and Mat Daud, Nuraihan (2012) Designing language activities using Second Life. In: Technology and foreign language learning and teaching. IIUM Press, Kuala Lumpur, pp. 45-55. ISBN 9789674180270

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Abstract

Second life (SL) promises the possibility for the development of useful and meaningful learning activities in various educational environments. SL should be viewed as an adjunct to classroom teaching and also other online e-learning activities and applications. It has the potential to enrich and enhance educational activities. SL serves as a platform for collaborative learning and authentic exchanges. This paper discusses the possible applications of SL including for learning and teaching.

Item Type:	Book Chapter
Additional Information:	419/24270
Uncontrolled Keywords:	second life, avatar, collaborative environment
Subjects:	P Language and Literature > PE English
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Centre for Languages and Pre-University Academic Development (CELPAD) > English Language Division
Depositing User:	Prof. Nuraihan Mat Daud
Date Deposited:	14 Aug 2012 11:45
Last Modified:	14 Aug 2012 11:45
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/24270

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