Use of three-dimensional (3-D) immersive virtual worlds in K-12 and higher education settings: A review of the research

Khe Foon Hew is an Assistant Professor at the Learning Sciences and Technologies academic group at the National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. His research interests include teacher education, online learning and technology integration. Wing Sum Cheung is an Associate Professor, also with the same academic group at the National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. His research interests focus on asynchronous online discussions, multimedia design and online learning. Address for correspondence: Dr Khe Foon Hew, LST-AG, NI.E. 1 Nanyang Walk, Singapore 637616. Email: [email protected]