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Title:
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THE POTENTIAL OF 3D VIRTUAL REALITY (VR)
FOR LANGUAGE LEARNING: AN OVERVIEW |
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Author(s):
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Alberto Andujar and Josef Buchner |
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ISBN:
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978-989-8533-86-9 |
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Editors:
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Inmaculada Arnedillo Sánchez, Pedro Isaías, Pascal Ravesteijn and Guido Ongena |
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Year:
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2019 |
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Edition:
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Single |
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Keywords:
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Virtual Learning Environments, Virtual Reality, Virtual Learning, Language Learning, CALL, MALL |
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Type:
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Reflection Paper |
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First Page:
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153 |
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Last Page:
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156 |
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Language:
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English |
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Full Contents:
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Paper Abstract:
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This reflection paper attempts to draw attention to the current situation of 3D Virtual Reality (VR) in the field of
language learning. During the last decade, researchers and practitioners have made use of synthetic virtual environments
and open virtual spaces to help develop students language skills. In this sense, computer-generated environments have
been used to simulate students presence within the virtual context. Nevertheless, advancements in technology may lead
to change the understanding of virtual environments thanks to the use of 3D VR. Teachers may be able to situate students
within the virtual situation, giving them the possibility of experiencing real-life interaction in which target language skills
could be developed. Thus, this paper attempts to reflect on the potential as well as possible limitations of this technology
for language learning. |
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