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This literature review analyzed 18 studies published between 2013 and 2020 to understand the role of virtual humans in mixed reality digital puppeteering simulations aimed at promoting teacher learning.
Research questions explored: simulation design models, interactor training, and the attention researchers gave to language and race in the virtual classroom.
The descriptive and logistical findings from this review resulted in three learning design models and five design principles that may guide the future use of digital puppeteering in mixed-reality virtual classrooms to promote teacher learning.
Across studies, findings suggested promising results of teacher learning through mixed reality simulations and illuminated possible areas for future research.
These included the documentation of interactor preparation and detailed evaluation of the interactions between teachers and avatars in virtual classrooms
Published: 2021
Updated: Aug. 20, 2021
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In this article, the authors present a model for how technology can provide more observations about student learning than current assessments. To illustrate this approach, the authors describe their early research on using immersive technologies to develop virtual performance assessments. In their work in developing virtual inquiry curricula, the authors developed the ability to allow students to collect data on change over time, and to conduct experiments where time can be fast-forwarded. These capabilities allow for rich learning experiences
Published: 2010
Updated: Jul. 04, 2010
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Greenhow, Robelia, and Hughes (2009) argue that Web 2.0 media are well suited to enhancing the education research community’s purpose of generating and sharing knowledge. The author of this paper first articulates how a research infrastructure with capabilities for communal bookmarking, photo and video sharing, social networking, wikis, and mash-ups could enhance both the pace and quality of education scholarship, complementing federal investments in cyberinfrastructure. He then argues for a second, more provocative and controversial usage of this research infrastructure: an experimental attempt to generate 'wisdom.'
Published: 2009
Updated: Jul. 21, 2009
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The paper highlights key online teacher professional development (oTPD) areas in need of research based on a review of current oTPD research. This research conducted in conjunction with an oTPD conference held at Harvard University in fall 2005. The authors highlight two areas that should serve as the nucleus of future research ventures: (a) research questions that address understudied areas and (b) design and methodological strategies for studying these questions.
Published: 2009
Updated: Mar. 23, 2009