Learning in 3D:Learning in 3D:Adding a New Dimension to

Enterprise Learning and Collaboration

By Karl M. KappProfessor, Instructional TechnologyBloomsburg University, Bloomsburg, PAwww.learningin3d.infowww.karlkapp.blogspot.com

Session AgendaSession Agenda

• Topics– Examine a model for thinking about and deploying 3D learning

and collaboration spaces – Explore how different design principles and learning archetypes

lead to success– Explore case studies of organizations that have successfully

combined formal and informal learning within these virtual spaces

VIEs are Combined TechnologiesVIEs are Combined Technologies

Synchronous Learning

Environment

Social Networking

Tool

Web 2.0

3DInterface

VIE Use ModelVIE Use Model

• Driven by a Business Need• Affective Domain (emotion)

– Stress– Uncertainty/Unknown – Fear

• Requires Group Coordination• Requires Real-Time Interaction• Accomplishing Tasks Under Pressure• Group and Individual Performance• Rehearsal is Potentially Dangerous or Costly• High Degree of Realism Required

3D Learning Archetypes3D Learning Archetypes

Guided Tour

Scavenger Hunt

Conceptual Orienteering

Operational Application

Role Play

3D Learning Archetypes3D Learning Archetypes

Critical Incident

Co-Creation

Group Forums

Breakout Sessions

Social Networking

Data Visualization

Questions/More InformationQuestions/More Information• www.karlkapp.blogspot.com

– Blog Book Tour– Continuing Conversation

• www.learningin3d.info – Samples and Examples– Links

• ProtoSphere Downloadhttp://protonmedia.com/trial-download/

– Email: kkapp@bloomu.edu– Web Site: www.karlkapp.com