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Supervising Higher Degree Research (HDR) Candidates at a Distance: What Do Emerging Virtual World Technologies Have to Offer?
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Author(s): Julie Willems (Monash University, Australia), Helen Farley (University of Southern Queensland, Australia), Allan H. Ellis (Southern Cross University, Australia), Debbie McCormick (Monash University, Australia)and Dan Walker (University of Queensland, Australia)
Copyright: 2013
Pages: 14
Source title:
Outlooks and Opportunities in Blended and Distance Learning
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): B. Tynan (University of Southern Queensland, Australia), J. Willems (Monash University, Australia)and R. James (University of New England, Australia)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-4666-4205-8.ch027
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Abstract
New information and communication technologies provide opportunities and challenges for teachers. Emerging virtual world technologies, such as Second Life, are a current example of this. Early adopters and innovators are currently exploring what these technologies offer specific cohorts of students, such as the distance higher degree by research (HDR) candidate. This chapter explores the experiences of three educators and four HDR candidates using virtual worlds as part of the supervisory process. Each case study explores the potentials and pitfalls of the medium from the individual’s perspective, and suggests solutions to overcoming some of the challenges. Subsequent thematic analysis of the case studies helps to support the field of literature on using virtual worlds in formal education. Demonstrating the potential merit of virtual worlds to support the HDR candidate, the chapter concludes with a range of possible research directions for this new and exciting field of study.
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