Influences of Gender and Computer Gaming Experience in Occupational Desktop Virtual Environments

Ausburn, Lynna J.; Ausburn, Floyd B.; Kroutter, Paul J.

doi:10.4018/ijavet.2013100101

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“…Their age may also affect their orientation ability in DVEs. These findings were anticipated, as they are consistent with previous research and theory on gender, spatial skills, and virtual environments (c.f., Ausburn, Martens, Washington, Steele, & Washburn, 2009, for a review of this literature). The findings are also consistent with a proposed close media kinship between VEs and video games (Badiqué et al, 2002;Calvert, 2002;Isdale et al, 2002).…”

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“…Gender has a strong empirical relationship, in favor of males, with spatial skills and visualization (Linn & Peterson, 1985;Terlecki & Newcombe, 2005;Voyer, Voyer, & Bryden, 1995). The male spatial advantage has been shown to be exaggerated in virtual environments Space, 2001;University of Washington, 2001;Waller, 2000;Waller, Knapp, & Hunt, 1999), and particularly in VEs that present complex technical spaces (Ausburn, Martens, Washington, Steele, & Washburn, 2009). also found a relationship between gender and navigational performance in a complex DVE.…”

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Learner Characteristics and Performance in a First-Person Online Desktop Virtual Environment

Ausburn

2012

International Journal of Online Pedagogy and Course Design

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This study used a trait/treatment conceptual model with a single-treatment design to examine effects of gender, computer gaming experience, age, and visual skill on learners’ performance and perceptions in an online desktop virtual environment (DVE). Participants were 55 adult students in a sub-baccalaureate surgical technology program. The DVE presented two operating rooms (ORs) and their contents. The DVE was a “first-person” environment in which learners controlled their exploration and navigation and viewed the ORs from their own perspective as if seeing them in the physical world. Results indicated that gender, gaming experience, and age affected the learners’ spatial orientation, perceived confidence, and perceived task difficulty in the DVE, but visual skill did not. Correlations were also found among several of the learner variables. Recommendations are made for both practice and further research.

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Learner Characteristics and Performance in a First-Person Online Desktop Virtual Environment

Ausburn

2012

International Journal of Online Pedagogy and Course Design

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“…Movement can include rotating panoramic images to simulate physical movement of the body and head, and sliding in and out to simulate movement toward and away from objects or parts of the scene [14]. Desktop VR now makes it possible for lecturers to introduce students to virtual environments as learning tools without complex technical skills or expensive hardware and software [15].…”

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Design of Sign Language Learning Media Based on Virtual Reality

Dony Novaliendry,

Khairi Budayawan,

Rogi Auvi

et al. 2023

Int. J. Onl. Eng.

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Sign language has become a very important means of communication for individuals with hearing loss, allowing them to interact with people who are not hearing impaired. In recent years, virtual reality (VR) technology has advanced rapidly, opening up new opportunities to enhance the user experience in various situations. This study aims to design and develop an easy-to-use virtual reality-based interactive sign language application. The software development method used is the Software Life Cycle Development Method (MDLC), which includes the stages of analysis, design, implementation and testing. This app is designed to run on affordable and popular VR devices to make it accessible to as many individuals as possible. In the development process, we conducted an analysis of various sign languages used globally, focusing on hand gestures and facial expressions which have an important role in sign language communication. Users can learn and practice sign language through interactive experiences in a virtual environment that mimics real-life situations. This application is also equipped with visual and audio feedback features to help users improve and hone their skills. At the testing stage, this application was evaluated through trials involving participants with diverse backgrounds in the use of sign language. The test results show that users feel involved in the VR experience and experience increased confidence in using sign language after using this application. This research proves that VR technology can be an effective tool in sign language learning and development. Thus, the virtual reality-based sign language application that has been designed and developed in this study makes a significant contribution in increasing the accessibility of communication for individuals with hearing impairments. The implications of this research can be the basis for further development in the field of sign language and VR technology.

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Influences of Gender and Computer Gaming Experience in Occupational Desktop Virtual Environments

Cited by 2 publications

References 26 publications

Learner Characteristics and Performance in a First-Person Online Desktop Virtual Environment

Learner Characteristics and Performance in a First-Person Online Desktop Virtual Environment

Design of Sign Language Learning Media Based on Virtual Reality

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