Avatars in Cyberspace ― A Java 3D Application to Support Formation of Virtual Groups

摘要

In the conduct of international collaborative learning trials, the introductory phase for virtual groups is important for building group understanding and cohesion. One technique previously reported has been use of a cyber-icebreaker task. However collaboration using text and graphics alone has limitations. It has been proposed that more active engagement by using avatars to represent oneself in cyberspace, has the potential to improve the functioning of virtual teams.