Share Paper: Vicarious Interaction in 3D Immersion Online Learning Environment

  1. Walquíria Castelo Branco Lins, Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco, Brazil
  2. Patricia Smith Cavalcante, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Brazil
Thursday, June 27 1:50 PM-2:10 PM Oak Bay 2

Abstract: This paper is a report on findings of a doctorate study aiming to analyse interactions with knowledge allowed in a 3D immersion online learning environment, during class of a professional education: interface (representing materials and resources), teacher and students. The study was undertaken in an online environment of a vocational training offered by a professional training Brazilian institution. Content interactions were analysed from a complex mapping of these interactions. The results points out vicarious interactions importance on teaching practice, mainly, on content mediations and on students´ assessment.