This brief overview into Second Life is part of the series "Learning to Teach Online," lead by Simon McIntyre.
Type of Material:
Video
Recommended Uses:
Best for those who have heard of Second Life, but have not experienced it and want to know more before jumping in.
Technical Requirements:
Basic Internet Browser with video viewer
Identify Major Learning Goals:
Orientation to Second Life
Target Student Population:
Faculty who might consider using Second Life in their own instructional environments.
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
None, although some knowledge of Second Life would be helpful.
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
Provides clear and succinct information of how to get started in Second Life, including equipment requirements.
Concerns:
Very brief intro which probably generates more questions than it answers
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
Provides a brief explanation of how SL could be used in instructional environments.
Concerns:
It is too brief to answer the many questions that faculty might have. It is more designed to encourage faculty to jump in and explore.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
Video itself is easy to use and easy to understand.
Concerns:
No concerns.
Creative Commons:
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