The Development of a Criteria List for the Selection of 3D

Virtual Worlds to Design an Educational Environment

Abstract:
The purpose of this study was to develop a criteria list to be
considered during the selection of 3D virtual world platforms for
educational purposes. In this process, first, a draft list was created
by the researchers based on literature review and heuristic
investigation. The draft list was reviewed and revised by 2 internal
and 4 external experts, and then used as a questionnaire. The items
in the finalized criteria list were divided into three categories as
follows: 50 items of technical specifications (system/program
features, usability, software tools, multimedia tools, security, cost),
21 items of interaction specifications (avatars, activities,
communication tools), and 8 items of educational specifications
(teaching/learning activities). Ultimately, this developed criteria list
will be helpful for identifying and eliminating the deficiencies and
constraints of virtual worlds used for educational purposes.
Yilmaz, R. M., Reisoglu, I., Topu, B., Karakus, T., & Goktas, Y. (in press). The
development of a criteria list for the selection of 3D virtual worlds to design an
educational environment. Croatian Journal of Education, retrieve from:
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