Möglichkeiten virtueller 3D-Welten für Bildung und E-Learning am Beispiel von Second Life

The book "Possibilities of Virtual 3D Worlds for Education and E-Learning Using the Example of Second Life" by Torsten Lex offers a comprehensive analysis of the use of virtual 3D worlds in the field of education, particularly in adult education. It highlights the development and current state of Second Life as a platform for e-learning and examines the potential this technology holds for innovative teaching and learning methods. The work goes beyond traditional educational approaches and considers how Second Life can be used as a learning medium to create new learning arrangements. It critically reflects on both the opportunities and challenges associated with integrating virtual worlds into the educational process. The central question of the book is what specific advantages Second Life offers compared to conventional e-learning methods and which topics and scenarios are particularly well-suited for implementation in this virtual environment.