Employing virtual worlds for HCI education: A problem-based learning approach
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2012ISBN
978-1-4503-1016-1Source
Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems - Proceedings30th ACM Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems, CHI 2012
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317-325Google Scholar check
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In this paper we describe our experience focused on teaching an introductory course in HCI by employing a 3D virtual world. Our main pedagogical philosophy is presented which claims that problem-based learning activities are necessary for HCI education. To this end, appropriate new interactive media such as virtual worlds that can support these activities must be embedded in the educational procedure. The learning activities and the interactive tools that were used are presented. Key findings and educational implications are discussed. © 2012 ACM.
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