Collaborating and learning a second language in a Wireless Virtual Reality Environment. (15th October 2008)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Garcia-Ruiz, Miguel A.; Edwards, Arthur; El-Seoud, Samir A.; Aquino-Santos, Raul
• Is Part Of: International journal of mobile learning and organisation. Volume 2:Number 4(2008)
• Page Start: 369
• Page End: 377
• Publication Date: 2008-10-15
• Subjects: CALL -- computer-assisted language learning -- VR -- virtual reality -- computer networks -- CSCL -- computer-supported collaborative learning -- second language -- wireless networks -- Mexican -- engineering students -- listening comprehension -- English -- Mexico; Mobile communication systems -- Periodicals; Communication in organizations -- Periodicals; Organizational learning -- Periodicals; Mobile communication systems in education -- Periodicals; 371.33
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1746-725X

Abstract

Virtual Reality (VR), a computer-generated 3D space that is multisensorial, interactive and engaging, is today one of the new frontiers in Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL). VR can be used to promote language learning and practice as it simulates reality, while offering a stimuli-rich environment for language students. The purpose of this paper is twofold: To provide an introduction to VR applications in CALL, and to describe the implementation of a Collaborative Virtual Reality Environment (CVRE) running on a wireless network, which is currently being assessed by Mexican Engineering students for listening comprehension practice of the English language.