Archive for February, 2010

Learning in 3D – Immersive Environments in Training and Education

Metanomics : Feb 10, 2010 11:29am

NMC Campus Observer Note... You can watch this Metanomics show live at Outreach (87, 125, 34) on NMC Campus Can immersive environments replace traditional training and education? Is a 3D environment better than turning a page? What advantages does 3D have over a flat screen? Metanomics host Robert Bloomfield interviews Tony O’Driscoll and Karl Kapp on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at 12 p.m. PST, where they will discuss learning, training and education in 3D environments. Their book, ‘Learning in 3D: Adding a ... more » »

Multitasking and the Vapors: Connecting the Dots

Metanomics : Feb 5, 2010 12:36pm

NMC Campus Observer Note... You can watch this Metanomics show live at Outreach (87, 125, 34) on NMC Campus CONNECTING THE DOTS: MULTITASKING AND THE VAPORS By Robert Bloomfield I saw Digital Nation last night, the PBS Frontline episode that claims to be about ‘life on the virtual frontier.’ Actually, I only saw the first part of it, and simply couldn’t take it anymore. The emotional thrust of the piece is clearly that life on the virtual frontier is frightening, ... more » »

State of Machinima – Community Forum

Metanomics : Feb 4, 2010 10:52am

NMC Campus Observer Note... You can watch this Metanomics show live at Outreach (87, 125, 34) on NMC Campus Metanomics Community Forum On this week’s community forum: The State of Machinima – Jayjay Zifanwe and Chantal Harvey join us on Thursday, Feb. 4 at 12 pm PST (SL Time) at the Metanomics studio in Second Life. You can also watch it streamed live on the net from our Community Forum page. During the community forum, Jayjay Zifanwe and Chantal Harvey will discuss the ... more » »

Preparing for SL Pro!

NMC Virtual Worlds : Feb 4, 2010 10:13am

Following on from Beth’s post I thought I’d post a couple of sneak peeks of the venue we’re constructing for the event. It’s been quite a challenge, though one we’ve had some prior experience with over at Hakone, our stand-alone sims hosted at Case. 2 Venues, seating for up to 400 avatars, simultaneous multimedia presentations across 4 sims, art, support facilities and much more! Of course I’m also working on my own presentation for the conference, in which I’ll be ... more » »

ThinkBalm – Immersive Technology in the Workplace

Metanomics : Feb 3, 2010 10:30am

NMC Campus Observer Note... You can watch this Metanomics show live at Outreach (87, 125, 34) on NMC Campus How can immersive technology change the workplace? What happens to a company suffering from delays and data loss? Where can early adopters go to discuss emerging technology and trends? Metanomics host Robert Bloomfield will interview Sam Driver on February 3, 2010 at 12 pm PST to discuss social networking, immersive media and the importance of community in our digital world. Sam Driver is ... more » »

NMC Virtual Worlds Update

NMC Virtual Worlds : Feb 1, 2010 12:52pm

Hello friends and colleagues! I hope this update finds you one month in to a happy and healthy new year! Unfortunately, we have let far too much time slip between updates. We’ve had quite a few exciting projects on the table since the start of 2009. So far in 2010 we have had the pleasure of working with Loyola College, University of Louisiana at Monroe, Delgado Community College, and Cornell University. The case studies for these full sim projects and several ... more » »

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