Theme 4: Technology Transfer and Outreach Virtual Worlds Overview Eric Hackathorn
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Theme 4: Technology Transfer and Outreach
Virtual Worlds Overview
Eric Hackathorn
What are virtual worlds?
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• Immersive storytelling
• Bringing NOAA’s research to life
• CommunicaJon • CollaboraJon • Community
• Scalable experiences
• Untapped market
Why do we do it?
NOAA’s Vision Creating an environmentally literate society
NOAA’s Education Strategic Plan Exploring new technologies for education
Immersive Internet White Paper Supporting business and security justifications
America COMPETES Act Authorizing NOAA with the authority to educate
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=is8YX32GAyQ
Come visit us!
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