Projects

V-LANG Creative and Open Language Training in Virtual Worlds

Project details

Key Activity 3:

ICT Multilateral project

Start Date:

01/01/2010

Finalization Date:

31/12/2011

Abstract

V-Lang aimed at widespread use of Virtual Learning settings in on line language training, already successfully tested by commercial products such as Language Lab. Specifically the project focused on the development, experimentation and dissemination of a free Toolkit built upon Open Source that will allow the swift integration of Virtual Worlds in on line language learning.

Objectives

To develop V-Lang Toolkit

• Ready to use and upgradable Virtual World containing a virtual village, virtual classes and meeting halls
• Open source software for the on line management of the training experiences by teachers and students
• Methodology Guidelines on the integration of on line/blended & virtual learning

Partnership

The consortium included partners from Spain, Greece, Germany, Poland and Lithuania