| Capstone Paper: Through the eyes of lolli Sapphire: creative and educational possibilities of virtual reality |
The evolution of lolli Sapphire
I am an avid user of the computer-based virtual world known as Second Life® (SL™). My capstone project (this website and all its contents) provides insider knowledge of SL™ people, places, activities, and events. With five years of experience in SL™, my research utilizes an auto-ethnographic methodology wherein I assume the multi-faceted role of as participant observer, researcher, and creative inhabitant and user of Second Life®. Through my own and lolli Sapphire’s images and explanations, various aspects of SL are shared in here and in my capstone paper. Below you will find my capstone paper which describes my research process, a literature review pertaining to Second Life®, and a brief summary of the history, purpose, attributes, capabilities, limitation, and problems of SL™. Finally, I share my insights about Second Life® as a creative space along with SL™ tips for art educators interested in knowing more about Second Life®
