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Using Virtual Worlds in Education: Second Life[R] as an Educational Tool
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Baker, Suzanne C.; Wentz, Ryan K.; Woods, Madison M. – Teaching of Psychology, 2009
The online virtual world Second Life (www.secondlife.com) has multiple potential uses in teaching. In Second Life (SL), users create avatars that represent them in the virtual world. Within SL, avatars can interact with each other and with objects and environments. SL offers tremendous creative potential in that users can create content within the…
Descriptors: Psychology, Teaching Methods, Technology Uses in Education, Educational Technology
Hard-Copy versus Computer Presentation of the SuperShrink Interview Simulation.
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Sussman, Daniel; Lowman, Joseph – Teaching of Psychology, 1989
Investigates the effects of realism and perceived control on student satisfaction with the SuperShrink interview. Compares active/passive and computer/hardcopy conditions. Findings show students rate the computer versions as more satisfying. Suggests computers are superior to hardcopy simulations of human interactions. (Author/NL)
Descriptors: Classroom Research, Computer Software, Computers, Educational Technology
Using Computerized Case Simulations in Undergraduate Psychology Courses.
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Lambert, Matthew E.; Lenthall, Gerard – Teaching of Psychology, 1988
Describes use of computerized case simulations in which undergraduate psychology students are asked to function as therapists. Despite reporting positive reactions from instructors and students, emphasizes that simulation should be used only as a supplement to courses and that there is a danger of students accepting statements as facts merely…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Clinical Psychology, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation