Learning through Immersive Virtual Environments: An Organizational Context

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Author(s): Erastus Ndinguri (Framingham State University, USA), Krisanna Machtmes (Ohio University, USA), John Paul Hatala (George Brown College, Canada)and Mary Leah Coco (Louisiana Transportation Research Center, USA)
Copyright: 2016
Pages: 15
Source title: Web Design and Development: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Information Resources Management Association (USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-4666-8619-9.ch011

Keywords: Computer Science & IT / Information Science Reference / Web Technologies / Web Technologies & Engineering

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Changes on how the workforce is learning/training today are evident in many organizations. Discussions about how Immersive Virtual Learning (IVL) is a part of the skill development process and outcomes in the workplace have increased (Salmon, 2009). There is an abundance of literature on the application of virtual and other learning technologies within learning institutions (Hew & Cheung, 2010); however, there is a paucity of literature on IVL organization learning. This chapter discusses the existing research and understanding of IVL and the application within an organizational setting. Further, this chapter explores the connection between knowledge transfer and the impact IVL has on the workforce. This exploration attempts to create a link between global connectivity, changing cultures, and changing technologies. In addition, this chapter examines the benefits of IVL in a workplace setting and offers suggestions for future research and practice.

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