Creating and Editing Objects

I visited SL Muvenation Island today and learned how to create and edit objects. I got stuck on the script which is probably the main point behind creating objects. I would really like to watch a presentation for instructional designers on how to go about creating a learning environment.

I would like to thank thank you Rosie and Mireille (Sunshine Sigall) for their help.

January16-14.00-5

January16-14.00-5
Originally uploaded by nelliemuller

Video Recording of SL

Happy 2009, Muvenators,
I just came back from Muvenation Island where I tried to make a video with CamStudio. Some of it came out, but I have no idea what I was doing. Anyone know the best way to make a video in SL?

Using Camstudio to Screen Record Video Tutorials

Make a Video Tutorial - Second Life, OpenSim Hippo Settings

How to send and create a notecard - Second Life TuTORial

LAND: Basics - Second Life Video TuTORial

Newbie Tips: Basic Skills in Second Life

International School in Second Life (mvn08)

I followed a lead into an International School in Second Life. I used TipCam, printscreen, and bliptv to document my tour. However, I wish I had done a better job since TipCam cannot follow SL.

What am I supposed to do, now? (mvn08)

Well, I never thought I would say this, but I am lost. I was put into group 2 green with two other members which is a great idea since we have so much in common, but it seems that the blind are leading the blind. Maybe it would be wiser to place newbies with more experienced SL members.

Blended Learning and Instruction (Doctoral Research)

Hi,
After getting negative responses from educators and researchers in institutes of higher learning in my country of residence, I contacted experts in the field of blended learning. I got negative responses from almost all of them saying that one campus would not have 20 willing instructors who use blended learning. I contacted my mentor and got the go to use multiple campuses worldwide and use virtual technologies to conduct the interviews. I am now feeling a lot better and ready to accept volunteers. If you combine e-learning with face-to-face instruction in higher education or know instructors who do and are willing to be interviewed, please let me know or fill in the following form.

Thank you for your help.

Warm wishes,
Nellie
nelliemuller@email.phoenix.edu

Fashion Show and Dancing the Night Away

Fashion Show and Rehearsals (mvn08)

I went into Muvenation Island to watch the fashion show. I came in on time but time in SL seems to be quite different from time in RL. I sat at one of the tables and waited and waited and waited until I started multitasking. I find that I have been wasting a lot of time waiting for things to happen in SL these past few weeks. I am now wondering whether this is a trend in SL. I am interested in using SL as a tool for instruction and learning. So far, I have been patiently waiting for things to happen. My observations have led me to conclude that SL is more of a show or display of avatars that needs lots of rehearsals. Am I missing something?

I would love to hear about others' experiences.

Storytelling in Second Life For TESOL , PD, and Wikieducator

I have participated in a few weekly Friday meetings in SL. The last 3 sessions have left me confused about my role in these Friday night meetings until I joined Nelba, to learn Spanish. Now, I understand what inspires me in SL. I am interested in learning. I am not interested in small talk unless I gain some learning from the conversation. I apologize for not being able to make up a story of my own to explain how I feel, so instead I will let Brian Sturm tell the story about "Truth and Story":

Truth, naked and cold, had been turned away from every door in the village. Her nakedness frightened the people. When Parable found her she was huddled in a corner, shivering and hungry. Taking pity on her, Parable gathered her up and took her home. There, she dressed Truth in story, warmed her and sent her out again. Clothed in story, Truth knocked again at the doors and was readily welcomed into the villagers' houses. They invited her to eat at their tables and warm herself by their fires.

-- Jewish Teaching Story

Watch the video and listen to Brian Sturm tell the story of the Naked Truth and explain the value of storytelling.


I would like to teach English to speakers of other languages, professional and personal development, and how to collaborate using Wikieducator via storytelling.

What's the Point of Virtual Worlds?

Virtual Worlds ae Engaging

Virtual worlds are very engaging. I find it very hard to multi-task while in SL.

Freedom to Learn

We need to think, make choices, take responsibility, and the freedom to learn as we want to learn. Isn't learning about making choices? What would happen if learners had a choice on how they learn?

Let's Give Education a Second Life

Education in Second Life

Is SL for Kids Only?

Second Life in Real Life: mvn08

Is this you the next day at the office after a full night on Second Life?

Saturday Morning In SL

It was way past midnight when my good friend Doris popped up in my google chat to ask how I was. I decided to chat on SL Mutenation Island instead of IMing on Google. We had so much fun as I landed on top of her head. It was very relaxing to sit by the fire and chat before retiring to bed. It was almost like a bed time story. I am really enjoying Mvn08.

Thank you, Doris.

Muvenation Island for a Makeover

I was on Muvenation Island on November 27 as planned by group 2. However, I didn't see anyone at the scheduled time, so I sat around for a while, then started in the direction of the beach and met up with Sus, dressed up as clown, who explained how to get my avatar to face me so I can take photos. Then, we went to a bonfire set up by Nergiz. After that, we went to get a makeover. We met, Moira and Dafne. Sus had a hard time getting rid of her monkey suit. It was very funny. I had a good time, but I didn't see any members of group 2.

Here is one from my sets for mvn08 :

Waiting for Muves

Catering to my Online Needs
I need a daily routine in order to feel connected to an online course. As an illiterate Second Life oldie with no real knowledge of how to use the environment for learning, I would be interested in finding a guide to help me get a new look for my avatar. I have had the same look for about 2 years. I think it's time for a makeover. It would be great if someone could take the initiative and set up a live online session in SL on how to dress the avatars for various occasions.

Thank you.
Nellie

Newbies and Oldbies on MUVEnation 08 (mnvn08)

I am not new to SL, but I am new to teaching and learning with SL so I put myself in group 2. However, I am considered somewhat of an expert by many in using Web 2.0 tools and have been integrating e-learning technology into my classes since the mid 90s. I have been learning online in graduate programs since 2003 (MA and PhD). I use Moodle, wikieducator (have used wikidpaces, pdwiki and wetpaint), WiZiQ (have used Interwise, Elluminate, Hotconference and others), and am a webmaster of a few websites. I organize online conferences, present in public online sessions, and am very involved in free e-learning in developing countries worldwide. So, I guess I am not new to technology. I would like to point out that I feel very comfortable in a mess and confusion only sparks my creative juices. I am available if anyone needs my expertise. I would love to set up a few live voice and/or recorded sessions if you would be interested. Listening to a human voice may make the online experience more comfortable and comforting for some.

First Meeting on MUVEnation Island

MUVEnation Program

Tutorials for Beginners on SL

I have been exploring SL with these excellent tutorials and resources for beginners on SL. I also enjoyed some of the videos provided by SL.

MUVEnation: Week (01-MVN08)

I am fine with being lost and going from one environment to another. I learn experientially so making mistakes aligns perfectly with my learning style. Actually, I may prefer it that way as long as I don't lose points, fail a course, or get kicked out. In other words, as long as there are no penalties for learning from being all over the place, I am fine. I just need reassurance that the program allows for chaos in learning.

I have gone through the steps (activities 1-7) instinctively. I somehow always manage to wind up in places that provide me with learning opportunities. Fate, I guess. However, I would like more. I would love to observe a few SL classes on how to teach English to real learners. The sessions may be recordings, if that's an option.

I managed to find a link again on the main page to MUVEnation Island on SL. I was teleported into a desert. I tried to add some trees so I can sit under the shade. I got bored with no one around so I found the word teleport so I clicked on that and wound up in another area with lots of people. I interviewed them and got some interesting answers on why they were there. I have been exploring SL in various learning spaces for a while now, but lack any real progress. I don't need to make friends vi SL. I have plenty of cyber colleagues. I would like to to use SL for instructional purposes. I need help in setting up my own learning/teaching environments and learning how to use SL effectively. Any suggestions?

Second Life for Beginners