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A model of virtual 'learning to learn'

IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies, 2004. Proceedings., 2004
Even though information and communications technology arises as a powerful tool for the improvement of education, at present, e-learning does not improve learning methods but merely repeats the problems of traditional education. This work proposes a new educational model that tries to tackle these problems. Through the use of a global ontology as basis
Nieves Pedreira, Julián Dorado, Juan R. Rabuñal, Alejandro Pazos, Andrés Silva   +4 more
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Virtual Interprofessional Learning

Journal of Nursing Education, 2018
Background: Interprofessional education is a challenge given the current constraints of clinical education, which is bound by space, location, off-campus clinical rotations, and conflicting academic schedules. New approaches need to be developed if academic settings are to provide high-impact interprofessional education.
Terri, Fowler, Shannon, Phillips, Sachin, Patel, Ken, Ruggiero, Kelly, Ragucci, Donna, Kern, Gail, Stuart   +6 more
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Virtual Nursing, Virtual Learning

Nurse Leader, 2020
The purposes of this paper are to share best practices in effective virtual learning based on the experiences of Chamberlain University, and to introduce findings on the role social factors play in achieving learning effectiveness. Research suggests social factors are more predictive of learning success than academic ones; social determinants of ...
Carla D. Sanderson, Karen Cox, Joanne Disch   +2 more
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Learning by doing virtually

International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2007
Selective reduction of bone without collateral damage (nerves, teeth) is essential in apicectomy. To test whether skills acquired on a virtual apicectomy simulator (VOXEL-MAN system with integrated force-feedback) are transferable from virtual to physical reality, two groups of trainees were compared.
N, von Sternberg, M S, Bartsch, A, Petersik, J, Wiltfang, W, Sibbersen, T, Grindel, U, Tiede, P H, Warnke, M, Heiland, P A J, Russo, H, Terheyden, P, Pohlenz, I N, Springer   +12 more
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Virtual learning by virtual playing

Human Resource Management International Digest, 2023
Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who
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Learning Arrangements in Virtual Worlds

2010 43rd Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences, 2010
Virtual worlds provide unique opportunities for innovative distance learning arrangements and are particularly suitable for transferring experiential knowledge. Nowadays, numerous universities are exploring potentials of virtual worlds for distance learning purposes.
Stieglitz, Stefan, Lattemann, Christoph, Fohr, Gabriele   +2 more
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Virtual Learning

2017
This chapter explores the seamless learning opportunities that video games and virtual reality offer for learners and instructors. Interacting with content, with each other, and with learning processes in virtual environments, learning becomes a process combined with discovery and fun.
Martha Burkle, Michael Magee
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Learning, Engagement, and Virtual Worlds: Virtual Worlds Pedagogy and Learning Design

2014 IEEE 14th International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies, 2014
This paper aims to explore the research status of task design used in virtual worlds and the student's long-term engagement in the use of virtual worlds. Content analysis is conducted to investigate the common designed language activities in the research area.
Carlos Sanchez Martin, Yu-Ju Lan, Tsun-Ju Lin   +2 more
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Virtual Learning Environments: Real or virtual learning?

2011
Virtual Learning Environments have become ubiquitous in higher education (Eynon 2008; Paulsen 2003). There is genuine debate over the effectiveness of VLEs as teaching and learning tools with some academics believing they offer innovative opportunities to generate debate and interest amongst students (Uskov 2002).
Ivins, Jon, Bassford, Marie
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Telehealth and virtual learning

The Clinical Teacher, 2023
Denise H. Wong, Justin K. Lui
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