Using Multi Layering to Design Interactions for teaching and

learning in a Virtual Environment

Platform – www.mycosm.com

•Invite only•Quality of graphics

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Pedagogical approach to teaching and learning•Scaffolding (Constructivism)•Situated learning (Legitimate peripheral participation)•Debriefing (Critical Reflection)

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SCAFFOLDING• Lots of support•Introducing them to the world•Building scenarios

•Minimal support

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Situated learning (Legitimate peripheral participation)• Environment looks like a workplace•Having professional (physiotherapist etc) in world to work along side the students•Tailored scenario role-plays to mimic real life situations

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Briefing (Critical Reflection)

•Briefing – part of the learning process •Debriefing – teacher guides students through the experience

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Where we are at……

•Finished the scenario development•About to trial the environment and the scenarios with Indigenous students