Multimedia Post-Assessment Task Syllabus Dot Points

A virtual world or massively multiplayer online world (MMOW) is a computer-based

simulated environment[1] populated by many users who can create a personal avatar, and
simultaneously and independently explore the virtual world, participate in its activities and
communicate with others.[2]These avatars can be textual, two or three-dimensional graphical
representations, or live video avatars with auditory and touch sensations. [3][4] In general, virtual
worlds allow for multiple users.[5]

Social and Ethical Issues

Privacy
Suitability for age demographics
Netiquette cyberbullying (the mob mentality, anonymity)
Virtual purchases

Head-up display vs headset

Head-up display
Headsets are worn on the head, and allows for full immersion with head tracking for
realistic movement.

Virtual worlds
1. What is a virtual world? What is a headset
A virtual world is a computer based simulated environment, which is often
immersive and allows for the exploration of alternate realities. They can be
multiplayer, and usually involve the creation of a personal avatar to participate in
activities and communication in the virtual world.
A headset is a hardware device used in multimedia systems that is mounted on
the head, which allows for a fully immersive multimedia experience
(video/animation, images and sound). It often incorporates head tracking to allow
for the display of 360 degree media to
2. What virtual worlds can you find?
3. For what purposes do you use a virtual world?
4. What are some social and ethical issues with virtual worlds?
5.