Virtual Epidemics as Learning Laboratories in Virtual Worlds

Authors

  • Yasmin B. Kafai University of Pennsylvania
  • Nina H. Fefferman Rutgers University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.4101/jvwr.v3i2.1888

Keywords:

virtual epidemic, science inquiry, ethics, virtual laboratories

Abstract

In this article, we put forward the proposal to use virtual epidemics as learning laboratories for players to develop a better understanding of infectious disease, its social implications, and inquiry process. In the case of virtual epidemics, players can use their own experiences and observations of the community to learn about processes of infection and immunity, the interactions of social behavior, and reactions to perceived health risk
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Vol. 3 No. 2 (2010): Virtual Worlds for Kids

Section

Peer Reviewed Research Papers

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