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Written by Web Master
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Thursday, 22 November 2007 |
The aim of this project is to explore the use and integration of Web3D technologies with e-Learning content for enhancing teaching and learning experiences.
The Web3d Exchange is the product of a Carrick Funded project entitled:
The seamless integration of Web3D technologies with university curricula to engage the changing student cohort.
The outcomes will:
- produce exemplars, tools and strategies to immerse Web3D technologies within curricula;
- empower educators to use Web3D technologies in curricula;
- enhance student engagement through authentic learning activities; and
- create an Australian community of practice for Web3D e-Learning to annex the international Web3D consortium.
The Web3D exemplar development process will involve students and staff from two regional multi-modal universities and the wider higher education community through a three pronged integrated methodology framed within an action research model. Different approaches will be used to select and support academics from diverse disciplines as they design, create and evaluate elements built with Web3D technologies. Teams from both institutions will provide technical and education specialists to support the construction of up to 10 Web3D exemplars. This initial experience will guide the engineering of rapid-development tools for use by the wider community to support the production of another 10 exemplars. Outcomes and processes will be evaluated at each stage by project participants, members of the Web3D consortium, and the wider sector. A community Web3D e-Learning Exchange will be used to deposit resources, document the processes and provide avenues for dissemination to and support and development of the entire community. |
