Author(s): Gauthier, A.
Journal: Communicating Astronomy with Public
ISSN 1996-5621
Issue: 01;
Start page: 32;
Date: 2007;
Original page
Keywords: Communication via social networking | Multi-user virtual environments | Second Life | Outreach | informal education
ABSTRACT
Second Life (SL) is a multi-user virtual environment that is not limited to adult social entertainment. SL is also a 3D playground for innovative instructors and education/outreach professionals in the sciences. Astronomy and space science have a presence in SL, but it could be so much more. This paper describes some of the current astronomy themed spaces in SL and briefly discusses future innovations.
Journal: Communicating Astronomy with Public
ISSN 1996-5621
Issue: 01;
Start page: 32;
Date: 2007;
Original page
Keywords: Communication via social networking | Multi-user virtual environments | Second Life | Outreach | informal education
ABSTRACT
Second Life (SL) is a multi-user virtual environment that is not limited to adult social entertainment. SL is also a 3D playground for innovative instructors and education/outreach professionals in the sciences. Astronomy and space science have a presence in SL, but it could be so much more. This paper describes some of the current astronomy themed spaces in SL and briefly discusses future innovations.
