Saving Earth, Populating Mars: Learning affordances of a game-based 3D Virtual Environment

24 August 2016, Senior Theatre, Chemistry (building 153), Parkville campus

Part of the Innovations in Teaching and Learning seminar series

Computer games can be powerful learning tools, increasing student interest and their motivation to learn. In this seminar, Dr. Mohsen Kalantari will discuss the learning affordances of 3D VE, focusing on this experience. He will present data that demonstrates if, and how a dynamic, close to reality, visually compelling and exciting experience enhances the learning experience of students. More...