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Exploring the Second life of a Byzantine Basilica

In: Serious Games on the Move

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  • Kristoffer Getchell

    (School of Computer Science)

  • Alan Miller

    (School of Computer Science)

  • Colin Allison

    (School of Computer Science)

  • Rebecca Sweetman

    (School of Classics)

Abstract

This paper introduces the Laconia Acropolis Virtual Archaeology (LAVA) project, a cooperative exploratory learning environment that addresses the need for students to engage with archaeological excavation scenarios. By leveraging the immersive nature of game technologies and 3D Multi-User Virtual Environments (MUVEs), LAVA facilitates the adoption of exploratory learning practices in environments which have previously been inaccessible due to barriers of space, time or cost (Collis 2001; Aitchison 2004; Colley 2004). In this paper we present our experiences and reflections during the development of a virtual excavation based on a Byzantine basilica excavated by the British School of Athens during 2000-1 (Sweetman 2000–2001; Sweetman and Katsara 2002). We consider the, benefits of allowing students to collaboratively manage and participate in a virtual excavation of the basilica and highlight how real-world findings can be used to provide an authentic virtual excavation experience. An infrastructure that supports a group-based exploratory approach is presented, which integrates 3D technologies into an existing learning management system to enable location-independent, self-paced access.

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  • Kristoffer Getchell & Alan Miller & Colin Allison & Rebecca Sweetman, 2009. "Exploring the Second life of a Byzantine Basilica," Springer Books, in: Otto Petrovic & Anthony Brand (ed.), Serious Games on the Move, pages 165-180, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sprchp:978-3-211-09418-1_11
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-211-09418-1_11
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