Lucio Margulis
The Playful Aspect of e-Learning Play in Virtual Learning Environments

The authoras aim is to share a particular view on the playful aspect of the production of multimedia contents for education projects based on "E-learning" (electronic learning) and "Blended Learning" (mixed format combining the best of the real and virtual world). He tries to demonstrate that multimedia play, in combination with cooperative play, are key strategies in these types of modalities. In fact, playful activities can help e-learning in motivating students and retaining them until they have completed their studies. He first introduces some ideas on the playful aspect of learning, to later attempt to establish the relationship between e-learning and play. Then, he suggests a trip over the multimedia and cooperative dynamics of simulation. Last but not least, he analyzes the way to apply face-to-face playful activities to virtual learning environments and the advantages of said approach.

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