Virtual Reality world used to teach language (fwd link)

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Virtual Reality world used to teach language

By Ryan Burns
TigerWeekly
The Louisiana State University

If you’re trying to learn a new language and nothing seems to work, many people
will suggest the full-immersion treatment. That way, there is no choice but to
learn the language. If you’re looking to try the method without moving to a
foreign country, the answer may be just around the bend.

Miguel Garcia-Ruiz, Arthur Edwards and Raul Aquino-Santos, professors of the
College of Telematics at the University of Colima, Mexico, have joined forces
with Professor Samir El-Seoud of the Princess Sumaya University for Technology
in Amman, Jordan. Their collaborative effort has produced a virtual reality
city aimed at teaching foreign languages.

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